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Mike Bianchi: UCF’s Big 12 growing pains need to become growing gains
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Mike Bianchi, Orlando Sentinel , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· September 3, 2026
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Key points More information can be found in the article by Mike Bianchi, which discusses UCF's Big 12 growing pains and the need for improvement. Additionally, there are no expectations for Scott Frost to recreate the success of 2017.
From Orlando, Fla.: Expectations are high for UCF football, with no more excuses for transition seasons or rebuilding years. The team will no longer be graded on a curve. A perfect season is not anticipated, with nobody expecting the team to go 13-0. Additionally, there are no expectations for Scott Frost to recreate the success of 2017.
Further details about UCF football's upcoming season are available from the source. The team's performance will be closely watched, with high standards set for the upcoming year.
More information can be found in the article by Mike Bianchi, which discusses UCF's Big 12 growing pains and the need for improvement.
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