UCF Knights Football Kicks Off Spring Practice

5 players to watch as the Knights prepare for the upcoming season

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:11am

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The UCF Knights football team has opened spring practice, with the program's general manager Trent Mossbrucker outlining the team's recruiting philosophy that focuses on high school talent as well as the transfer portal to build a balanced roster.

Why it matters

As one of the top Group of Five programs in the country, UCF's spring practice will be closely watched as they look to build on recent success and compete for another conference championship.

The details

The Knights' recruiting strategy under Mossbrucker aims to find the right balance between high school recruits and transfer portal additions. This dual-pronged approach has helped UCF remain a consistent contender in the American Athletic Conference.

  • UCF football opened spring camp on March 31, 2026.

The players

Trent Mossbrucker

The general manager of the UCF Knights football program, overseeing the team's recruiting efforts.

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What they’re saying

“The UCF Knights' recruiting philosophy begins with high school recruiting, then we aim for balance through the portal.”

— Trent Mossbrucker, General Manager, UCF Knights Football

The takeaway

As UCF looks to build on its recent success, the team's ability to attract top high school talent while also leveraging the transfer portal will be key to their continued competitiveness in the American Athletic Conference.