Kansas (3-2, 1-1 Big 12) and UCF (3-1, 0-1 Big 12) face off in a Week 6 Big 12 matchup at the Bounce House in Orlando.
Kansas enters riding an offensive surge behind quarterback Jalon Daniels, who has thrown for 1,262 yards and 16 touchdowns with a 66.9% completion rate through five games. He’s added another 214 rushing yards and a score, giving him 17 total touchdowns on the season.
The Jayhawks have scored 30 or more points in four of five games and rank 34th nationally in scoring (36.6 PPG). Running back Leshon Williams has provided balance with 245 rushing yards (6.4 yards per carry), while Emmanuel Henderson Jr. has emerged as a breakout threat with 435 receiving yards and four touchdowns.
UCF, meanwhile, looks to rebound from its Week 5 loss to Kansas State. The Knights’ backfields is led by Myles Montgomery, who’s totaled 268 yards on 51 carries (5.3 AVG) and four total touchdowns, and dual-threat quarterback Tayven Jackson, who’s passed for 809 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for another 75 yards and two scores. UCF averages 437.5 total yards per game (42nd in FBS), including 203 on the ground (36th nationally).
Defensively, UCF has been elite against the pass — ranking 6th nationally at 129.8 passing yards allowed per game — but their front has shown vulnerability against the run, giving up 163.5 rushing yards per game (97th). Kansas could look to exploit that with its balanced offense and dual-threat quarterback play.
As for the Jayhawks’ defense, they’ve given up 376 yards per game (85th in FBS) and will be tested by UCF’s speed and motion-heavy attack. Kansas has forced just one interception all season but has held opponents to 20.6 points per game (51st).
Both teams need this win to stay in the thick of the Big 12 race: Kansas to build momentum after a close loss to Cincinnati, and UCF to avoid an 0–2 conference start.
Kansas vs. UCF Prediction
Expect a shootout. Kansas has the stronger passing game and the edge if Daniels is sharp and doesn’t force mistakes. UCF can keep things close with big plays, but the home advantage gives the Knight’s defense a chance to disrupt late.
Projected Score: Kansas 34, UCF 28
How to Watch Kansas vs. UCF
Kickoff for tonight’s game between Kansas and UCF is set for 7:30 PM Eastern / 6:30 PM Central at the Bounce House in Orlando.
The game airs live on ESPN and streams on the ESPN app and website.
If you’re a cord-cutter without an active livestreaming plan, you can watch the game for free by taking advantage of free trials from DIRECTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo TV, or YouTube TV.
YouTube TV even offers a 20-minute free preview, without having to register for a trial — if you just want to catch part of the game.
Kansas Jayhawks vs. UCF Knights
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM Eastern / 6:30 PM Central
Venue: Bounce House, Orlando, FL
TV: ESPN2
Streaming: ESPN
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