UCF Offensive Evaluation

Thought you all would like some information on UCF Football considering most of ya'll don't really know much about them so here it is. Defensive analysis will come in a few days. Also, keep in mind that I am by no means a football expert. (sorry if its a little long)

Head Coach: Josh Heupel: Former QB at Oklahoma and OC at Mizzou last year. (He calls all the plays so we dont have an OC)

Offensive Scheme: UCF runs an up-tempo spread offense averaging 44 points per game. Expect to see 3-4 WR sets and athletic running backs catching out of the backfield. UCF has gone for 4th downs many times this year with good success.

Quarterback: Darriel Mack Jr.

He is a totally different quarterback than Milton (R.I.P.) at 6'3 230 he is a more physical runner as opposed to Milton who was a finesse type of guy. He fumbled 3 times vs Memphis so that is something to keep an eye on. He has a strong arm and isn't that accurate but got the job done vs Memphis. UCF will look to take advantage of a thin LSU secondary and will NOT be afraid to go deep. The passing game is a huge part of the offense so they will try to establish this early.

Running Backs: Greg McCrae and Adrian Killins Jr

Killins is one of the fastest players in college football and at 5'8 164 he does a decent job running between the tackles. But his best ability is catching the ball out of the back field. look for this to be a staple in the UCF offense. As a former Walk-on McCrae Averaging 9ypc he is a more patient runner and in space can really do some damage.

Wide Receivers: Gabe Davis, Tre Nixon, Deredrick Snelson

Davis is the go to receiver and the most talented wideout on on the team at 6'3 212 he has good size and speed. Tre Nixon is an Ole piss transfer and can absolutely fly he has become a welcomed addition to our team. Snelson will be in the slot and is a physical guy with play-making ability. Overall I think that with Fulton being hurt and Greedy not playing this will be a trouble area for LSU. (But you knew that already)

Tight ends: Michael Colubiale

6th year senior, at 6'1 225 he blocks well for his size but you know "its not the best competition" look for him to be a redzone target.

O-line:

Probably the best position group on the team on the line UCF has 3 1st team all conference players and one second team. all are very experienced players. one matchup to keep an eye on is Ed Alexander lining up on C Jordan Johnson. imo The veteran O-Line vs Aranda's different pressures and exotic looks will be the key to the game.

Overall:

UCF will look to go very fast the entire game and wear down LSUs stout defense and if this game is close it will be because of this offense. here's the highlights from the last 3 UCF games.

Cincinnati- LINK

USF- LINK

Memphis- LINK