Jarrad Baker is pushing for a bigger WR role at UCF after flashing on special teams
Baker enters the season as a depth receiver with clear upside: after years of mostly special-teams work, he earned a wider offensive look in 2023 with 7 catches for 45 yards and added 4 tackles in 10 games in 2024, showing he can help in multiple phases.[1][3] The key differentiator is his persistence and chip-on-shoulder mindset—he has openly described the year as a “revenge tour” while trying to break into UCF’s primary receiver rotation.[3] He looks like a fit for a team that values reliable role players who compete every snap and can contribute beyond the box score.[1][3]
