BREAKING: Dylan Wade IGNITES Offense as UCF Football's MVP | UCF Podcast

CF Knights fans, the season may be over, but the debate is just heating up—who truly shined as this year’s MVPs? Mike G. and James Duncan revisit the highs and lows of UCF football, spotlighting tight end Dylan Wade’s standout offensive performance and linebacker Lewis Carter’s dominance on defense. With discussions on pivotal plays, underutilized weapons, and the importance of roster retention in the NIL and transfer portal era, the hosts ask: can UCF keep these stars for a championship push next season? From West Virginia to North Carolina, the duo breaks down the Knights’ most complete team win and what the numbers say about Taven Jackson’s development at quarterback. With candid insights, strategic analysis, and a healthy dose of Knights pride, this recap sets the stage for an offseason full of questions—and optimism—for UCF football’s future. 0:00 – Season MVPs Introduction Mike G. and James Duncan set the stage for the show, previewing a series on UCF football's offensive and defensive MVPs, plus top team performances. 1:38 – Offensive MVP: Dylan Wade Deep dive analysis of Dylan Wade’s impact as UCF’s offensive MVP, his stats, growth, and why his return is critical for the upcoming season. 8:53 – Defensive MVP: Lewis Carter Discussion shifts to defense, highlighting Lewis Carter as the defensive MVP. Mike G. and James Duncan break down his performance, the importance of player retention, and challenges in the portal era. 19:43 – Best Team Performance Debate Exploring UCF’s best team win of the season, with Mike G. and James Duncan debating between the victories over West Virginia and North Carolina, and reflecting on what each meant for the program. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! ROY Download Roy for iOS or Android and enter referral code LOCKED ON and you’ll automatically be entered into a sweepstakes to win $5,000 cash. Visit JoinRoy.com for additional details. No purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Get off the sidelines and into the NIL game with Roy. HIMS Hims is changing men's healthcare by providing access to affordable sexual health treatments, all from the comfort of your home. Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/LOCKEDON for your personalized ED treatment options. LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. Place your first FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - guaranteed ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.