Alonza Barnett III News, Rumors, Updates - UCF Knights

Out Week 4, doubtful for Week 5 Barnett (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game against TCU and unlikely to play at Houston on Oct. 3, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact Barnett's hamstring injury kept him sidelined against Georgia State this past Saturday, and he now looks to be out at least two more weeks. The starting quarterback will now aim to make a return at Oklahoma State on Oct. 10, but even that could be too early given his situation. Senior Keyone Jenkins is slated to remain the starter during Barnett's absence.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

UCF QB Alonza Barnett III out with hamstring injury

UCF quarterback Alonza Barnett III is expected to miss several weeks with a hamstring injury after leaving the Knights' game late in the 12-7 loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Expected to be out multiple weeks Barnett (hamstring) is expected to be out for multiple weeks, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact Previously undisclosed, Barnett's injury involves one of his hamstrings, which adds up considering that he left Central Florida's latest game limping after attempting 31 passes. Though the quarterback's return timetable is uncertain, his publicized diagnosis indicates that he will be out for at least one game, the Knights' Week 3 game against Georgia State. Keyone Jenkins replaced Barnett late in Week 2, and the expectation is that the former starts under center against GA State.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ferguson scores, Pitt defense holds on to beat UCF, 12-7

Damon Ferguson Jr. scored a touchdown and Pittsburgh’s defense held on to beat UCF 12-7 on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Leaves game limping Barnett was seen limping after the Week 2 loss at Pittsburgh on Saturday, and his status is uncertain moving forward, according to Brandon Helwig of Rivals.com. "We're not sure wha...

Impact Barnett was injured during the final drive and was not on the field for the fourth-down try. He completed 20 of 31 passes for 186 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions. If he's unable to play in Week 3 against Georgia State, Keyone Jenkins would be the next in line to start under center.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in season opener Barnett was 11-for-18 passing for 158 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Thursday's 73-6 victory versus Bethune-Cookman. He also had five rushes for nine yards with o...

Impact Barnett started the Knights' season opener Thursday but given the level of the opponent, did not have to do much. He tossed a touchdown pass to Jonathan Bibbs in the second quarter and scored a rushing touchdown in the first, his two most notable plays of the contest. He was pulled early in the third quarter after helping take the 45-0 lead. This was essentially a warmup game for Barnett and the rest of the team, with the first true test of the season coming next Saturday at Pittsburgh.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

UCF looks to build on Scott Frost's foundation from 5-7 season and return to bowl eligibility

Scott Frost is continuing the rebuild in year two of his second stint at UCF

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

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AUGUST 20 • SI.COM

Practicing, seems ready to play Barnett (knee) was spotted under center in the training camp opener Monday and looks healthy, strengthening the idea that he'll be ready to play in the season opener against Bethun...

Impact Barnett was scheduled to take part in training camp, and he was seen throwing passes to his teammates under center. He didn't participate in spring ball while rehabbing from an ACL injury, but he looks ready now, and if he doesn't suffer any setbacks, he should be the Knights' starting quarterback for Week 1 on Sep. 3.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Will be full-go in fall camp Barnett (undisclosed) will be a "full go" in Central Florida's fall camp, Matt Murschel of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Central Florida's head coach Scott Frost publicized how Barnett has physically improved during the summer post-injury. "He's been out on the field, and we got to see him do a lot with some of the OTA's and things that we're allowed to do now," the HC announced. Frost also said Barnett would be "full-go" during the Knights' fall camp, so going into their season opener, he appears to be an available option for Week 1.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Planning to return this summer Barnett (undisclosed) will "be back by summer," he said in his first media availability since January, per the Daytona Beach News-Journal.

Impact Barnett has reportedly been able to throw, run and lift weights despite missing spring practice time. The quarterback appears very confident in his return this summer, which is an excellent sign that he'll be able to take the field for fall camp. The James Madison transfer is a dynamic dual-threat who tossed for 2,806 yards, 23 touchdowns and eight interceptions last season while rushing for 589 yards and 15 scores.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Getting closer to full health Barnett (undisclosed) is getting closer to full health, Brandon Helwig of 247Sports reports.

Impact On Saturday, Central Florida's Scott Frost provided an update on Barnett after the team logged its sixth consecutive practice without him. Frost announced that Barnett is doing a lot of rehab, including throwing footballs, and is getting closer to returning to the football field. UCF's team is taking a cautious approach, which makes sense given that there is still much time before the Knights begin their 2026 season.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

How does transfer QB Alonza Barnett III fit UCF football? UCF Knights offensive coordinator Steve Cooper talked about his role and the role of James Madison transfer QB Alonza Barnett III.

APRIL 3 • NEWS-JOURNALONLINE.COM

Held out for first practice Barnett (undisclosed) was held out for Tuesday's practice, Brandon Helwig of On3.com reports.

Impact Central Florida's updated team began its spring camp Tuesday, Barnett, who transferred from James Madison, was expected to be a participant while healthy, except that is not his status as the camp commences. UCF's head coach Scott Frost hopes that his ex-JMU quarterback will become at least partially available by logging limited work as spring progresses.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with UCF Barnett has signed with UCF, Chris Hummer of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Barnett entered the portal after two stellar seasons with James Madison. He topped 2,500 passing yards and 30 total touchdowns in both campaigns. Now, he'll get a fresh start with the Knights, where he'll step onto campus as QB1.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

James Madison Star QB Alonza Barnett III to Enter Transfer Portal The Dukes quarterback led the program to the College Football Playoff.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • SI.COM

Entering transfer portal Barnett is entering the NCAA's transfer portal, Hayes Fawcett of On3 reports.

Impact Barnett's recognition is at an all-time high after he helped James Madison qualify for the College Football Playoff and put up a tough fight against a Power Conference powerhouse in Oregon. It was not just one game in 2025, as he logged well over 3,000 total yards and 35 touchdowns during the year. Barnett will be one of the transfer portal's top quarterbacks available.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores three touchdowns vs. Oregon Barnett completed 23 of his 48 pass attempts for 273 yards and two touchdowns and carried the ball 12 times for 45 yards and an additional touchdown during Saturday's playoff loss...

Impact Barnett had a solid outing despite the loss, as he managed to eclipse 250 yards passing for the seventh time during the 2025 campaign. With James Madison's season now over, Barnett end up completing 216 of his 370 pass attempts for 2806 yards, 23 touchdowns and eight interceptions in addition carrying the ball 127 times for 589 yards and 15 touchdowns. The junior quarterback has one year of eligibility remaining.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

James Madison puts up valiant fight, but Group of Five teams still have much to prove in CFP

Perhaps it was James Madison going for it twice on fourth down on its first drive of the game

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

College Football Playoff Picks, Preview: Predicting 1st-Round Matchups, Who'll Win Title

Who will in the first round of the CFP? Who'll win the national championship? Joel Klatt shares what to expect this weekend and makes his CF...

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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Shines on ground in win Barnett completed 10 of 25 passes for 93 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Friday's 31-14 win over Troy. He also had 12 rushes for 85 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Barnett wasn't an amazing passer in the conference championship game against Troy, but he didn't need to be, as he dominated on the ground, and the Dukes were up for most of the game. The redshirt junior quarterback will now focus on a bowl game for JMU after a very successful campaign in his second year as the QB1.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 19 James Madison makes case for playoff with 31-14 win over Troy in Sun Belt title game

No. 19 James Madison has made its case for a College Football Playoff berth

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Closes out season with four scores Barnett completed 15-of-21 passes for 207 yards, three touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 59-10 win versus Coastal Carolina. He also had 10 rushes for 31 yards with...

Impact The Dukes wrapped up the 2025 regular season with another blowout win, finishing 11-1 and a perfect 8-0 in conference play. On Saturday, Barnett started the scoring with a three yard touchdown run to bring his season total to 13, then threw touchdowns on 39,25 and nine yard tosses. For the season, the Dukes quarterback threw for 2440 yards, 20 touchdowns and seven interceptions. Up next Saturday is the Sun Belt Championship game, where the Dukes will host Troy.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 20 James Madison routs Coastal Carolina 59-10 to complete perfect Sun Belt regular season

Alonza Barnett III threw three touchdown passes, Jobi Malary ran for 154 yards a score and No. 20 James Madison completed a perfect Sun Belt regular season with a 59-10 victory ove...

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Keeps playoff hopes alive Barnett completed nine of 18 passes for 144 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 24-20 victory against Washington State. He also had seven rushes for 32 yard...

Impact Barnett wasn't at his best on Saturday, but the Dukes offense was able to rally to beat Washington State and keep their college football playoff hopes alive. The Junior quarterback found Braeden Wisloski for a 68-yard score in the third quarter. In 2025, Barnett has thrown for 2233 yards, 17 touchdowns and six interceptions, while adding 12 rushing touchdowns. The Dukes travel to face Coastal Carolina next Saturday with playoff dreams on the mind.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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