UCF Knights vs Kansas Jayhawks prediction & odds
Saturday, November 7, 2026, 3:45 PM ET · David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium
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When and where is UCF Knights vs Kansas Jayhawks?
UCF Knights visit Kansas Jayhawks at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on November 7, 2026.
Who is favored in UCF Knights vs Kansas Jayhawks?
Kansas Jayhawks are the favorite at DraftKings: moneyline -142, a price that implies about 59%. UCF Knights are +120.
What are the spread and the over/under for UCF Knights vs Kansas Jayhawks?
DraftKings has KU -2.5, with the total at 48.5.
How are UCF Knights and Kansas Jayhawks playing lately?
Kansas Jayhawks are 3-7 in their last 10, UCF Knights 5-5.
The Kansas Jayhawks will host the UCF Knights at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on November 7, 2026. Kansas enters the game with a record of 3-5, while UCF stands at 4-4. The Jayhawks are coming off a recent loss to the TCU Horned Frogs, with a score of 22-16, and have a home record of 3-3 this season. In their last five games, Kansas has won two, scoring an average of 28.8 points while allowing 24.4 points per game.
On the other hand, UCF is looking to bounce back after suffering a heavy defeat to the Baylor Bears, losing 41-9. Their away record is 0-4, and they have also won two of their last five games, averaging 22.8 points but allowing 30.8 points per game.
Kansas quarterback Isaiah Marshall leads the team with 1,506 passing yards, while UCF's Keyone Jenkins has thrown for 1,181 yards. The betting odds from DraftKings indicate Kansas as a 2.5-point favorite, with a total set at 48.5 points. The weather forecast shows a temperature of 61°F with no expected precipitation and wind gusts up to 13 mph. This matchup could be pivotal for both teams as they look to improve their standings in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | KU -2.5 | 48.5 o -108 / u -112 | UCF Knights +120 · Kansas Jayhawks -142 |
Leaders
- Passing yardsIsaiah Marshall105/196, 1,506 YDS, 11 TD, 7 INTKansas Jayhawks
- Rushing yardsDylan Edwards125 CAR, 573 YDS, 4 TDKansas Jayhawks
- Receiving yardsNik McMillan25 REC, 466 YDS, 5 TDKansas Jayhawks
- Passing yardsKeyone Jenkins122/180, 1,181 YDS, 11 TD, 4 INTUCF Knights
- Rushing yardsDuke Watson92 CAR, 597 YDS, 3 TDUCF Knights
- Receiving yardsJosh Derry37 REC, 428 YDS, 3 TDUCF Knights
Recent form
Kansas Jayhawks
Last 10: 3-7Streak L126.8 scored · 25.9 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W55-0vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersOct 3
- L41-24vs Utah UtesOct 10
- L35-24vs Kansas State WildcatsOct 17
- W25-24vs Baylor BearsOct 24
- L22-16vs TCU Horned FrogsOct 31
UCF Knights
Last 10: 5-5Streak L127.6 scored · 25.7 allowed per game0-4 away
- W21-13vs TCU Horned FrogsSep 26
- L27-17vs Houston CougarsOct 3
- L42-28vs Oklahoma State CowboysOct 10
- W39-31 2OTvs BYU CougarsOct 24
- L41-9vs Baylor BearsOct 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | In conference |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 8-0 | 5-0 |
| BYU | 7-1 | 4-1 |
| Texas Tech | 7-1 | 4-1 |
| Houston | 6-2 | 3-2 |
| Arizona | 6-2 | 3-2 |
| Baylor | 5-3 | 3-2 |
| Oklahoma State | 5-3 | 3-2 |
| West Virginia | 5-3 | 2-3 |
| Iowa State | 4-4 | 2-3 |
| UCF | 4-4 | 2-3 |
| Cincinnati | 5-3 | 2-3 |
| Arizona State | 4-4 | 2-3 |
| TCU | 4-4 | 2-3 |
| Colorado | 3-5 | 1-4 |
| Kansas State | 4-4 | 1-4 |
| Kansas | 3-5 | 1-4 |
Box score
| Stat | UCF Knights | Kansas Jayhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Total points per game | 29.8 | 29.1 |
| Yards per game | 359.1 | 446.1 |
| Passing yards per game | 208.0 | 244.0 |
| Rushing yards per game | 151.1 | 202.1 |
| Total points per game allowed | 25.3 | 23.8 |
| Yards per game allowed | 375.9 | 342.0 |
| Passing yards per game allowed | 249.6 | 177.9 |
| Rushing yards per game allowed | 126.3 | 164.1 |
Venue
- David Booth Kansas Memorial StadiumLawrence, KS
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