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UCF · Big 12UCF defensive back Braeden Marshall returning for fourth season in 2026
Marshall cited unfinished business, a leadership role and a defensive focus on creating turnovers after UCF’s 5-7 season.
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AUG 28, 2026
AUG 28, 2026
UCF defensive back Braeden Marshall will return for a fourth season in 2026, saying he has “unfinished business” with the Knights.
Marshall’s decision keeps an experienced defensive back in the program after UCF finished 5-7 overall and 2-7 in Big 12 play in 2025. He also discussed taking on a leadership role as the Knights turn toward 2026.
Marshall said he wants to show UCF is “The Real Deal.” Creating turnovers is a team emphasis he identified for the defense.
UCF opens the 2026 season Thursday, Sept. 3, against Bethune-Cookman.
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