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Saturday, September 5, 2026

Bianchi: UCF hopes new QB is the real deal | Game time for Gators | High school football Week 3 report

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Saturday, September 5, 2026

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Bianchi: UCF hopes new QB is the real deal | Game time for Gators | High school football Week 3 report

Bianchi: Scott Frost needs Alonza Barnett III to end UCF’s quarterback curse

Alonza Barnett III isn’t just another transfer QB; he’s the most important player of Scott Frost’s second UCF tenure.

Game time: Florida Gators vs. FAU Owls — TV, betting odds, keys

Jon Sumrall makes his Florida debut against FAU, beginning a new era for the Gators with an emphasis on toughness and an attacking offense.

High school football Week 3 roundup

We're already in Week 3 of the high school football season. Get all the results from Friday night's action.

Five things we learned from UCF’s win over Bethune-Cookman

The Knights opened the season with an impressive 73-6 victory over the Wildcats, their 11th straight season-opening win.

Orlando City hosts San Diego looking for points in tight playoff race

The Orlando City Lions aim to get back in the win column Saturday night when they host San Diego FC at Inter.co Stadium. Orlando City is 7-11-4 and San Diego, a second-year club, is 8-8-6.

Revamped Buccaneers are favorites to win weak NFC South after a late-season collapse in 2025

The Tampa Bay Bucs are looking to reclaim control of the NFC South after a disappointing 2025 ended with an 8-9 record following a 6-2 start.

Perkins: Dolphins players support controversial rule allowing NFL players to play college football

Miami Dolphins youngsters had surprisingly hardcore attitudes on one aspect of players returning to college for their fifth year of eligibility.

Magic sign pair of guards to NBA training camp deals

Free agent guards Malaki Branham and JD Davison are set to join the Magic for NBA training camp later this month.

UF signs whopping deal, among nation’s highest to feature logos on Florida Field

Florida’s field will feature XRP logos after Gators’ athletic department reached a multi-year sponsorship deal with Ripple.

Rays a top-15 payroll team? A Tampa home should deliver, owner says

Primary Tampa Bay Rays owner Patrick Zalupski says the MLB team will be able to significantly increase its player payroll as it moves from Tropicana Field to the new ballpark in Tampa.

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Friday, September 4, 2026

UCF races past B-CU in opener | UF defender did what he had to for his family | Evans-Jones rivalry highlights Week 3 high school schedule

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Friday, September 4, 2026

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UCF races past B-CU in opener | UF defender did what he had to for his family | Evans-Jones rivalry highlights Week 3 high school schedule

UCF transfers shine as Knights tie points mark, cruise past Bethune-Cookman 73-6

UCF opened the 2026 season with a 73-6 win over Bethune-Cookman. The Knights tied several records including most points scored, as six different players scored a rushing touchdown.

From washing dishes at Waffle House to Gators: Joseph Mbatchou living the dream

Joseph Mbatchou went from washing dishes at Waffle House to helping anchor Florida’s defensive line, a journey built on grit and hard work.

Week 3 Football Preview: Evans vs. Jones marks 49th meeting in Soul Bowl rivalry

The “Soul Bowl” rivalry series of Jones Tigers vs. Evans Trojan is tied 7-7 since 2002, after Evans pulled off an upset last year. They meet again Saturday afternoon.

Orlando-area Week 3 high school football scoreboard

Sentinel Super 16 No. 1 DeLand idle, but the other 15 ranked teams, including No. 2 The First Academy play. No. 3 Jones plays at No. 8 Evans on Saturday afternoon.

Cal Quantrill continues strong run, Corey Seager homers as Rangers blank Rays 6-0

Cal Quantrill allowed two singles and two walks in seven innings, and Corey Seager hit a two-run homer as the Texas Rangers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 6-0 on Thursday night.

Magic name DAZN direct-to-consumer streaming partner: Here’s what it means

With the addition of a streaming deal with DAZN, there will be multiple ways to watch the Orlando Magic during the 2026-27 NBA season.

Gators’ Jadan Baugh tries to do what Emmitt Smith didn’t at UF

Jadan Baugh poised for a historic second straight 1,000-yard season as Florida opens against FAU focused on a fresh start under Jon Sumrall.

Five most memorable UCF games at the Bounce House

The Knights have played 122 games in the iconic football stadium, and these are the most memorable.

NASCAR drivers in favor of return to Chase format, saying it will yield a more legitimate champion

Will Denny Hamlin finally win a NASCAR Cup Series championship? Hard to believe the now 45-year-old driver has never won a season title. This year may be his best chance.

The NFL season begins Wednesday. Here’s a look at how to watch and some of the top storylines

The NFL regular season opens when the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots on Wednesday night.

Jaguars looking to make the playoffs in consecutive years for the first time since 1999

The Jacksonville Jaguars are aiming to build consistent, long-term success after a surprising run to the AFC South title and 13-4 record last season.

Bucs rookie LB Josiah Trotter proving he’s an every-play player

Rookie LB Josiah Trotter of the Tampa Bay Bucs, the team’s second-round draft pick, is making a strong case for the starting lineup. His teammates say he plays beyond his rookie status.

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