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Waden Charles enters 2026 with a larger role after playing all 12 games as a freshman, starting the final five and producing 26 catches for 290 yards.

Charles finished 2025 with at least 30 receiving yards in each of UCF's final three games and generated multiple conversions in late-game and long-yardage situations.

UCF expects to rotate a young, versatile receiver group whose members can play inside or outside and execute the full route tree.

Charles described quarterback Alonza Barnett III as a proven leader who reads defenses, throws effectively and creates plays with his legs.