NEWPORT, R.I.— Generally speaking, the American Athletic Conference football media kickoff is the first opportunity for coaches to shape the story about their upcoming seasons before a slew of reporters.
And generally speaking, coaches invite two to four starting players to serve as spokesmen for the team as they tape promotional videos, shoot photos and eat too many free lobsters at the annual clambake.
UCF coach Scott Frost brought veteran players Justin Holman and Jamiyus Pittman to enjoy the festivities, but he said their appearance had no bearing on their playing status.