# Would YOU Rather: Portal QBs or 5 Star Freshman for UCF Football? | UCF Podcast

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Published: 2026-07-13T21:00:00+00:00
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Visit https://lockedonucf.supercast.com to Join the EveryDayer's Club today! UCF Knights’ 2025 recruiting class faces a numbers crunch as Mike G. and James Duncan dissect the challenges Scott Frost's staff encounters filling out the roster. Will UCF hit 20 commits, or is the transfer portal the new secret weapon? With only 14 early commits, player retention and the impact of last year’s results are under the microscope as the hosts question whether high school stars or experienced transfers offer the best roadmap for success. The debate heats up with a “Would You Rather” scenario: secure a portal quarterback like Alonza Barnett every season or land a five-star QB recruit every other year? The discussion tackles team culture, the influence of the transfer portal, and the balancing act between instant-impact talent and building a strong pipeline. Don’t miss this strategic breakdown of UCF Knights recruiting, roster management, and the future of college football’s team-building game.

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