TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Governor Rick Scott issued a proclamation Monday declaring the University of Central Florida Knights football team national champions after an undefeated season.
The Knights completed the season 13-0 and beat the Auburn Tigers 34-27 in the Peach Bowl on New Year's Day.
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“Florida is home to the country’s best college football, and this season, UCF proved to the world that they can beat any team," Scott said. "By having a perfect season and beating the only team that defeated both Alabama and Georgia this season, the UCF Knights are clearly champions. I wish both teams good luck tonight in Atlanta. Charge On.”
