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UCF ready to prove last season wasn't a fluke with a win over LSU in Fiesta Bowl

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UCF may be on a 25-game win streak, but that hasn't stopped the Knights from still feeling pressure to prove their big victory over Auburn to cap last season wasn't a fluke.

UCF trying to go '1-and-oh' in life, during Fiesta Bowl against LSU

The undefeated UCF Knights are trying to go "1-and-oh" in life and during the Fiesta Bowl against LSU.

UCF tight end Michael Colubiale proud to continue Knights' tradition of elite walk-ons boosting program

UCF tight end Michael Colubiale is proud to continue the Knights' tradition of elite walk-ons boosting the program.

UCF Mom Squad moved by chance to help Arizona nonprofit, their unique bond

The UCF Mom Squad, a group of football players' moms, were moved by a chance to help an Arizona nonprofit and share emotional stories ahead of their sons' game against LSU in the Fiesta Bowl.

UCF video moves mother of fan with Down syndrome who can't make Fiesta Bowl trip

UCF football players moved Brittany Riggs and her mother with a video tribute after a heart problem prevent the loyal fan with Down syndrome from cheering on the team at the Fiesta Bowl.

Fiesta Bowl: Some worry College Football Playoff expansion would hurt athletes' bowl experience

Some oppose expanding the current College Football Playoff system. Executives of the Fiesta Bowl said the move could eliminate a wonderful bowl experience for the players.

UF legend Tim Tebow expects Gators to contend for SEC titles soon under direction of Dan Mullen

Florida Gators' legend Tim Tebow is excited by the direction of the program under Dan Mullen, his former quarterbacks coach at UF.

UF sack leader Jachai Polite leaving early for NFL

Florida Gators' sack leader Jachai Polite leaving early for NFL after recording 18 tackles for loss, including 11 sacks.

Kentucky, Penn State chase 'benchmark' seasons during Citrus Bowl matchup

Kentucky and Penn State are pushing for benchmark seasons when the two surging teams face off in the Citrus Bowl Tuesday at Orlando's Camping World Stadium.

UM's Manny Diaz fires Hurricanes' offensive staff hours after taking over as coach

Less than 24 hours after being named Hurricanes coach, Manny Diaz has reportedly fired all of Miami's offensive coaches, according to the Miami Herald. Strength and conditioning coach Gus Felder shared via Instagram he was leaving UM as well.

Ohio State's Urban Meyer poised to close elite coaching career in Rose Bowl

Ohio State's Urban Meyer is poised to close his elite coaching career in Rose Bowl, facing off with the Washington Huskies for one last win.

Kemba Walker lifts Hornets to 13th straight win over Magic

Kemba Walker led the Hornets to a 125-100 win over the Magic, extending Charlotte's win streak against Orlando to 13 games.

Injuries to D.J. Augustin, Jonathon Simmons test Magic's depth at point guard

Jerian Grant gets his first start at point guard for the Orlando Magic with injuries to D.J. Augustin and Jonathon Simmons.

Dolphins' Ross hits reset button, fires Gase, promotes Grier and reassigns Tannenbaum

Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross has fired coach Adam Gase after three season on the job. Ross also promoted general manger Chris Grier to oversee football operations and reassigned Mike Tannenbaum, the former vice president of football operations.

Hyde: Dolphins' Ross has right idea, right plan — now is Chris Grier right guy? | Commentary

Dolphins owner Steve Ross fired everyone at the top — but promoted former GM Chris Grier.

NFL Black Monday: Cardinals, Bengals, Dolphins, Broncos, Jets, Buccaneers fire their head coaches

The Cardinals have fired Steve Wilks; Bengals fired Marvin Lewis; the Dolphins fired Adam Gase; the Broncos fired Joseph Vance; the Jets fired Todd Bowles; the Buccaneers fired Dirk Koetter.

Buccaneers sticking with Winston at QB

Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht emphasized on Monday that the team's new coach will have Jameis Winston as his quarterback.

Jaguars head into offseason with offensive makeover on horizon

The thought of Jacksonville parting ways with running back Leonard Fournette would have been unimaginable a few months ago. It's much more plausible now. The Jaguars have notified Fournette that his suspension late last month voided the remaining guarantees in his four-year rookie contract.

Orlando City signs forward Benji Michel to Homegrown contract

University of Portland forward Benji Michel has been signed as Orlando City's fifth Homegrown player, the club announced on Monday. 

UCF Knights' Winning Streak – A look at 25 games in pictures

Check out pictures from every game during UCF's 25-game win streak, the longest active undefeated stretch in the country.

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