Brian Battie

UCF running back RJ Harvey (22) celebrates with offensive lineman Samuel Jackson (73) after scoring on a 3-yard touchdown run against South Florida during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

No. 25 UCF beats rival USF 46-39 to reach AAC title game

Nov. 26, 2022 10:58 PM EST

Central Florida quarterback Mikey Keene, left looks for a receiver as he is rushed by Navy defensive end Jacob Busic (95) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

No. 25 UCF remains in contention to appear in AAC title game

By The Associated Press Nov. 23, 2022 10:59 AM EST

Prince, Braxton guide Tulsa to 48-42 win over South Florida

Nov. 19, 2022 01:27 AM EST
TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Deneric Prince rushed for 220 yards and two touchdowns, Braylon Braxton threw for 302 yards and a score and Tulsa held off South Florida 48-42 on...

Mordecai helps SMU reach bowl in 41-23 win over USF

Nov. 12, 2022 03:56 PM EST
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tanner Mordecai threw his two touchdown passes in a 21-point third quarter and SMU became bowl eligible with a 41-23 win over South Florida on...

Cincinnati wide receiver Tre Tucker carries the ball as he is tackled by South Florida cornerback T-Mac Simpson (33) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)

McClelland, No. 24 Cincinnati hold off South Florida 28-24

By Jeff Wallner Oct. 08, 2022 06:22 PM EDT

Cincinnati wide receiver Tyler Scott, left, makes a catch against Indiana defensive back Tiawan Mullen during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Cincinnati. Cincinnati won 45-24. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)

Back in the poll, 24th-ranked Cincinnati hosts underdog USF

By The Associated Press Oct. 06, 2022 01:12 PM EDT

Cincinnati quarterback Ben Bryant runs during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kennesaw State, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

No. 24 Cincinnati seeks 30th straight home win versus USF

By Jeff Wallner Oct. 06, 2022 11:44 AM EDT

Florida State linebacker Kalen DeLoach (4) tries to run down Louisville quarterback Malik Cunningham during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Louisville, Ky., Friday, Sept. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley)

Louisville, USF seek rebounds in non-conference meeting

By The Associated Press Sep. 22, 2022 12:01 PM EDT

Florida cornerback Jalen Kimber, top left, breaks up a pass intended for South Florida wide receiver Xavier Weaver (10) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

USF botches late FG, No. 18 Florida gets 31-28 win in Swamp

By Mark Long Sep. 17, 2022 11:11 PM EDT

Battie leads ground attack as South Florida defeats Howard

Sep. 10, 2022 11:57 PM EDT
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Brian Battie ran for 105 yards and had one of South Florida's six rushing touchdowns in a 42-20 victory over FCS-member Howard on...

Cincinnati wide receiver Tre Tucker runs for a score on a 1-yard touchdown pass quarterback Desmond Ridder against South Florida during the first half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Cincinnati at South Florida 11/12/2021

Nov. 12, 2021 07:25 PM EST

Cincinnati quarterback Desmond Ridder drops back to pass during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Tulsa on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

No. 2 Cincinnati favored to stay on roll at South Florida

By Fred Goodall Nov. 11, 2021 04:00 PM EST

Cincinnati quarterback Desmond Ridder (9) throws during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Tulsa on aturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

No. 2 Cincinnati aims to stay on course at South Florida

By The Associated Press Nov. 11, 2021 12:57 PM EST

Houston's quarterback Clayton Tune throws a pass against South Florida during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Scott Audette)

Tune passes for 385 yards, No. 20 Houston tops USF 54-42

By Mark Didtler Nov. 06, 2021 11:36 PM EDT

South Florida defensive tackle Blake Green tackles Houston's Alton McCaskill during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Scott Audette)

Houston at South Florida 11/6/2021

Nov. 06, 2021 08:39 PM EDT

Tulsa wide receiver Josh Johnson (4) scores in front of South Florida safety Matthew Hill (1) during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Tulsa gets defensive stop, late TD to top USF 32-31

Oct. 16, 2021 04:04 PM EDT

South Florida rolls past Florida A&M for first win, 38-17

Sep. 18, 2021 11:13 PM EDT
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jaren Mangham scored three times, twice in the first half, and Timmy McClain threw for a first-half touchdown as South Florida rolled past...

Florida quarterback Kyle Trask (11) throws a pass as LSU linebacker Andre Anthony (3) rushes during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

LSU at Florida 12/12/2020

Dec. 12, 2020 07:49 PM EST

Gabriel, Harris lead UCF to 58-46 win over South Florida

Nov. 27, 2020 08:47 PM EST
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Dillon Gabriel accounted for five touchdowns, including three TD passes to Jacob Harris, and UCF beat South Florida 58-46 on Friday night in...