ATLANTA — As the final seconds ticked off the clock at Bobby Dodd Stadium Saturday, everyone associated with the UCF program could finally breathe a sigh of relief.
Not only did the Knights look impressive during their 49-21 win over Georgia Tech, but for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic tossed the world into chaos, players and coaches had something to smile about together.
“The locker room was the best locker room that I’ve ever been in,” Heupel said. "Guys were so excited. Obviously happy about the win, but as much as anything, they were happy to do what they love to do today.