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Scott Frost: UCF QB Tayven Jackson to start vs. NC A&T; reveals communication issues in opener

UCFSportsOn3by: Brandon Helwig09/04/25UCFSports
NCAA Football: Jacksonville State at Central Florida
Aug 28, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; UCF Knights quarterback Tayven Jackson (2) looks to pass during the second half against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Acrisure Bounce House. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

UCF head coach Scott Frost confirmed Thursday on Dusty and Danny in the Morning that Tayven Jackson will start at quarterback this Saturday vs. North Carolina A&T. Cam Fancher remains sidelined with a back injury. Frost also discussed headset issues in the opener, the helmet comm transition, and what he’s looking for in Week 2.