College Football's BIGGEST Upset: UCF Shocks BYU in Orlando Saving Gus Malzahn, New Analyst Predicts

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Historically, BYU and UCF are two of the most successful programs outside the traditional Power Five conferences, each carving out significant achievements while building strong football legacies. While BYU’s football history spans decades, with a national championship and a legacy of quarterback excellence, UCF’s success is more recent but equally impressive, especially given the speed at which the program has risen to national prominence.

BYU’s football history is highlighted by its 1984 national championship, which cemented the Cougars’ place among college football’s elite. Under legendary coach LaVell Edwards, BYU became known for its innovative passing offense and produced a string of elite quarterbacks, including Heisman Trophy winner Ty Detmer. BYU has consistently been a competitive force, winning numerous conference titles in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) and Mountain West and maintaining a strong reputation even during its independent era before joining the Big 12.

UCF, while younger as a football program (established in 1979), has enjoyed a rapid rise in recent years. The Knights made national headlines with an undefeated season in 2017, claiming a "self-declared" national championship and earning respect as one of the top Group of Five programs. UCF’s recent success includes multiple American Athletic Conference (AAC) titles, impressive bowl victories, and consistent rankings in the top 25.

While BYU’s historical success is more established and includes a national title, UCF’s recent surge has made it a comparable program in terms of modern competitiveness. Both programs have now joined the Big 12, setting up exciting future matchups between two teams with strong football traditions.

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