# BYU's Defense Edge Over UCF

> BYU's defense dominates UCF with key stats in upcoming game.
- Title: BYU's Defense Edge Over UCF · BYU Cougars On SI | Shortify
- Summary: BYU's defense dominates UCF with key stats in upcoming game. BYU's defense holds UCF to less than 20 points with strong run-stuffing and scoring position…
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- Source: BYU Cougars On SI — https://si.com/college/byu/football/key-matchup-data-and-analytics-that-give-byu-an-edge-over-ucf
- Published: 2026-10-21T14:22:39+00:00
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- Topics: byu, ucf, knights, college football, defense, pass success rate, scoring position, sports
## BYU vs UCF game preview
BYU returns to action Saturday against UCF Knights despite being 6-0 and ranked 2nd in AP Poll.
## BYU defense advantages
BYU defense leads in points per drive, yards per play, success rate, explosive rate, stuff rate, and havoc rate.
## UCF's weak pass defense
UCF ranks 104th in pass success rate allowed, making them the worst p4 pass defense for BYU this season.
## Run game dominance
BYU stuffs runs at 35% rate, UCF has 33% stuffed rushes this season.
## Third down conversion
UCF ranks 114th in conversion down percentage, BYU can get off the field easily.
## P4 team scoring
BYU allows 15 points per game against p4 teams, UCF scores 18 points per game.
## UCF quarterback situation
UCF starts backup quarterback Keyone Jenkins after starter Alonza Barnett III has been out five weeks.
## Scoring position efficiency
BYU converts 80% of scoring position drives into touchdowns, ranking 2nd nationally.
## UCF's bend-don't-break defense
UCF allows touchdowns on 36% of scoring drives, ranking 18th in touchdowns allowed per scoring drive.
## Rain impact on game
Rain forecast could hurt BYU's quarterback Bear Bachmeier who struggles in wet conditions.
## Game outcome scenario
If BYU converts scoring opportunities to touchdowns, they cover the spread easily; field goals make game competitive.
## Key takeaway

BYU's defense holds UCF to less than 20 points with strong run-stuffing and scoring position efficiency.