CINCINNATI (Interstat) — A key Big 12 matchup is set for Nippert Stadium on Saturday as the Cincinnati Bearcats host the UCF Knights.

Cincinnati (4-1) enters the contest riding a three-game winning streak, most recently outlasting Iowa State 38-30. The Bearcats’ offense has found its rhythm, powered by a potent rushing attack. In the win over the Cyclones, running backs Evan Pryor (111 yards, 2 TDs) and Tawee Walker (89 yards) provided explosive plays, while quarterback Brendan Sorsby contributed 214 passing yards, two touchdowns and 64 rushing yards.

UCF (3-2) looks to rebound after a 27-20 home loss to Kansas, its second consecutive defeat following a 3-0 start. The Knights’ offense struggled through the air against the Jayhawks, utilizing two quarterbacks, Tayven Jackson and Cam Fancher, who combined for 176 passing yards. The ground game, led by Myles Montgomery’s 110 yards and two touchdowns, offered the primary spark.

Despite UCF’s recent skid, oddsmakers have installed the Knights as a 10.5-point favorite. The over/under is set at 54.5. A projection from Interstat anticipates a tightly contested affair, simulating a final score of Cincinnati 34, UCF 32.

The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. EDT on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025.