Knights247 is bringing back one of its most talked-about football features for 2026, with Paul Carrington set to resume his “Five Point Stance” postgame breakdowns after every UCF game.
Carrington, a former UCF standout player and assistant coach who also played in the NFL, will once again dissect the five biggest moments that decided each matchup. The format gives readers a direct view from someone who has lived the game in multiple roles, and it’s built around the kind of blunt, detailed evaluation that made the series a hit last season.
Working alongside Knights247 Senior Writer John Weis, Carrington will continue to zero in on what the Knights did well, where things slipped away and what has to change before the next game. The feature doesn’t stop at the final score; it digs into the plays, coaching calls and execution that shape the result.
Last season, the series quickly caught on with Knights247 subscribers thanks to its honest take and insider edge. Carrington said he’s eager to reconnect with UCF fans during another season.
" It's great to be involved with Knights football," he said. "We truly have one of the most passionate and loyal fanbases in all of college football. It's a great deal of fun for me to be able to give something back to them."
Whether UCF is coming off a win or trying to shake off a loss, Carrington’s postgame analysis is set to give readers a clear look at what happened and what comes next.
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