UCF football has built a reputation for fast starts, but in recent weeks, the Knights have struggled to play 60 minutes of football at a high level.
The defense has struggled the most, blowing double-digit halftime leads during back-to-back losses to Tulsa and Memphis.
Penalties, explosive plays and a lack of execution have sent the defense plummeting in the national rankings, with UCF No. 74 among 77 Football Bowl Subdivision teams in total defense. The Knights are allowing 517 yards per game and 6.24 yards per play through the first four games of the season.
How does UCF stop a trend during which they’ve allowed 56 points combined during the second half of two losses?