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FILE - UCF quarterback John Rhys Plumlee (10) throws the ball during the first half of the Military Bowl NCAA college football game against Duke, Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022, in Annapolis, Md. Plumlee returns for a second season as the Knights’ starter after completing 63% of his passes for 2,586 yards, 14 touchdowns and eight interceptions last season. He was also UCF’s leading rusher with 862 yards and 11 TDs. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams, File)
Big 12 spring wrap: Players to watch from each team

By The Associated Press Apr. 27, 2023 03:40 PM EDT

Cincinnati quarterback Evan Prater, left, throws a pass as he is pressured but Tulane linebacker Jesus Machado during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
No. 19 Tulane tops No. 24 Cinci, will host AAC title tilt

By Gary Schatz Nov. 25, 2022 03:54 PM EST

Tulane safety Lummie Young IV (23) celebrates his interception with linebacker Jimmy Phillips Jr. (6) and safety Isaiah Nwokobia (2) during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Southern Methodist in New Orleans, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. Tulane won 59-24. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
AAC title at stake as No. 19 Tulane visits No. 21 Cincinnati

By Jeff Wallner Nov. 23, 2022 09:40 AM EST

Cincinnati wide receiver Nick Mardner is tackled by Temple cornerback Jalen McMurray (7) and Temple linebacker Zach Schneider (49) in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)
No. 22 Cincinnati stifles Temple in 23-3 victory

By Kevin Cooney Nov. 19, 2022 07:29 PM EST

Cincinnati wide receiver Tyler Scott (21) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against East Carolina, Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
No. 22 Cincinnati tries to stay alive in American race

Nov. 17, 2022 05:10 AM EST

Cincinnati heads to Temple with eye on AAC title game berth

By Kevin Cooney Nov. 16, 2022 09:14 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — It may be a road game against a three-win team in a stadium that’s likely to be more empty than full. But Cincinnati head football coach Luke...

Cincinnati overcomes East Carolina rally, wins 27-25

Nov. 11, 2022 11:59 PM EST
CINCINNATI (AP) — Ben Bryant threw two touchdown passes, Ryan Coe kicked the go-ahead field goal in the fourth quarter and Cincinnati defeated East Carolina 27-25 on...

Navy midshipmen cheer during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Cincinnati, Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Cincinnati bounces back to beat Navy 20-10

Nov. 05, 2022 07:48 PM EDT

Central Florida quarterback John Rhys Plumlee, left, is sacked by Cincinnati defensive lineman Justin Wodtly, center, the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Harvey scores 2 TDs as UCF beats No. 20 Cincinnati 25-21

Oct. 29, 2022 07:28 PM EDT

Cincinnati running back Charles McClelland (10) is congratulated by offensive linemen Joe Huber (60) and James Tunstall (72) after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against SMU, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade)
No. 20 Cincinnati puts 6-game winning streak on line at UCF

By The Associated Press Oct. 27, 2022 12:14 PM EDT

Cincinnati head coach Luke Fickell looks on from the sidelines during the first half of an NCAA college football game against SMU, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade)
No. 21 Cincinnati holds on to edge SMU 29-27

Oct. 22, 2022 04:11 PM EDT

Cincinnati coach Luke Fickell watches the team play against Tulsa in an NCAA college football game in Tulsa, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Dave Crenshaw)
No. 21 Cincinnati to face SMU near the Bearcats' CFP site

Oct. 20, 2022 11:06 AM EDT

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 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

Tulsa's Keylon Stokes runs away from Cincinnati's Drew Donley during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tulsa, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Dave Crenshaw)
Cincinnati opens AAC defense with 31-21 win over Tulsa

Oct. 01, 2022 11:12 PM EDT

Tulsa running back Deneric Prince runs for a short gain against Cincinnati during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tulsa, Okla., Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022. (AP Photo/Dave Crenshaw)
Wichita State-Tulsa 11/20/2013

Oct. 01, 2022 09:21 PM EDT

Cincinnati wide receiver Tre Tucker, right, makes a catch against Indiana defensive back Josh Sanguinetti during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Bryant's big first half lifts Cincinnati over Indiana 45-24

By Jeff Wallner Sep. 24, 2022 07:37 PM EDT

Cincinnati Bearcats tight end Josh Whyle (81) celebrates with Corey Kiner (2) after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kennesaw State, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)
Indiana hopes to snap Bearcats' 28-game home winning streak

By The Associated Press Sep. 22, 2022 12:09 PM EDT

Cincinnati defensive lineman Justin Wodtly, left, running back Corey Kiner, middle, and offensive lineman James Tunstall, right, ring the Victory Bell after defeating Miami (Ohio) in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Cincinnati takes series lead in Battle for the Victory Bell

Sep. 17, 2022 04:20 PM EDT

Arkansas wide receiver Matt Landers (3) slips past Cincinnati defensive back Ja'Quan Sheppard (5) as he runs for a gain during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)
Jefferson generates 4 TDs to power Arkansas past Cincinnati

Eric W. Bolin Sep. 03, 2022 07:41 PM EDT