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Keli Lawson makes big impact in UCF debut with blocked field goal

UCFSportsOn3by: Brandon Helwig08/29/25UCFSports
NCAA Football: Jacksonville State at Central Florida
Aug 28, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights linebacker Keli Lawson (0) blocks a field goal attempt during the second quarter against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

UCF linebacker Keli Lawson, a Virginia Tech transfer and team captain, made a strong debut with three tackles and a blocked field goal in the Knights’ 17-10 season-opening win over Jacksonville State.