Brendan Kelly brings veteran, downhill depth to UCF’s backfield
Brendan Kelly is a physical, experienced **fullback/running back** who gives UCF a reliable short-yardage and complementary rushing option; ESPN lists him at **185 career rushing yards and 1 touchdown on 46 carries** entering 2026, which points to a role built more on efficiency than volume.[3] His value is in toughness, blocking willingness, and doing the unglamorous work that helps an offense stay on schedule, making him a fit for teams that want a dependable, high-effort interior runner rather than a feature-back workload.[3][7]
