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Scott Andrew Frost (born January 4, 1975) is an American football coach and former player who serves as the head football coach at the University of Central Florida. He was the head football coach at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln from 2018 to 2022, and previously served as UCF's head coach from 2016 to 2017. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, Frost played college football as a quarterback for the Stanford Cardinal and the Cornhuskers, the latter of which he led to a shared national championship in 1997. Frost has coached Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota and Heisman candidate McKenzie Milton.[9] He played professionally for six seasons at safety in the National Football League (NFL).

Key Information

After retiring as a player, Frost served as an assistant coach for several college football teams, most notably as the offensive coordinator for the University of Oregon from 2013 to 2015, where he helped the 2014 Oregon Ducks football team to a berth in the first college football playoff (CFP), where they lost to Ohio State in the national championship game.

Frost was subsequently hired as the head football coach at the UCF, where he coached for two seasons. After an inaugural season of 6–7 in 2016, Frost's 2017 Knights posted a 13–0 record, winning the American Athletic Conference championship and defeating the Auburn Tigers in the Peach Bowl. The Colley Matrix recognized the 2017 UCF team as national champions,[10] and the school claims a national title despite not receiving an invitation to participate in the College Football Playoff.[11] However, the NCAA only recognizes the 2017 UCF team as a “Final National Polls Leader,” reserving “National/Co-National Champion” status for teams that finish atop at least one of the “consensus polls,” those being the AP, Coaches Poll, and NFF/FWAA.[citation needed] This remains Frost's only winning season as a head coach.

In December 2017, Frost accepted the head coaching position at his alma mater, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Frost's coaching record at Nebraska was 16–31, with a 10–26 record in the Big Ten Conference, a 5–22 record in games decided by eight points or less, and an 0–14 record against ranked opponents. Nebraska fired Frost three games into the 2022 season after an upset loss at home against Georgia Southern.

In December 2024, Frost was re-hired as UCF's head coach following the resignation of Gus Malzahn.

High school

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Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, Frost attended Wood River High School in Wood River, Nebraska from 1989 to 1993.[12][13] In four years as the team's starting quarterback, he threw for 6,859 yards and 67 touchdowns and rushed for 4,278 yards and 72 touchdowns.[14] He led his team to the state playoffs in his sophomore, junior, and senior seasons. In those three postseason appearances, Frost's teams won five games and twice made it to the state semi-finals.[15] Both of Frost's parents, Larry and Carol Frost, coached his high school football team.[14]

In addition to football, Frost was a standout in track and field, winning a state championship in the shot put. At the state championship meet his senior year, Frost won an all-class gold medal with a throw of 17.92 m (58 ft 9+1⁄2 in),[16] with his personal best from earlier that year reaching 18.62 m (61 ft 1 in).[17][14]

College career

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Frost began his collegiate career as a two-year letterman at Stanford in 1993 and 1994, playing for Bill Walsh, before transferring to Nebraska in 1995 to play for Tom Osborne. In his two seasons starting for Nebraska, Frost quarterbacked his teams to a 24–2 record, completing 192 of 359 passes for 2,677 yards and 18 touchdowns, including a senior season in which he became the first Nebraska player and only the tenth player in college football history to both run (1,095) and pass (1,237) for 1,000 yards, also setting school records for rushing touchdowns (19) and yards.[18] He was the 1996 Big 12 Offensive Newcomer of the Year and a 1997 Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award finalist.[19]

Frost's senior season featured the notable "Flea Kicker" play in a game against Missouri, where he threw a pass that was inadvertently kicked by teammate Shevin Wiggins and caught by Matt Davison for a touchdown. The score sent the game into overtime where Frost sealed No. 1 Nebraska's victory with a rushing touchdown. Frost and Nebraska went on to defeat Peyton Manning's Tennessee Volunteers in the 1998 Orange Bowl and claim a share of the 1997 national championship. Scott Frost was featured as the cover athlete for the NCAA GameBreaker 99 video game. Frost graduated from Nebraska with a B.A. in finance.[19]

Statistics

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Career statistics
Season Games Starts Record Passing Rushing
Comp Att Yards Pct TD Int Rating Att Yards Avg TD
Stanford Cardinal
1993 11 0 4–7 2 9 6 22.2 0 0 27.8 15 63 4.2 0
1994 11 2 3–7–1 33 77 464 42.9 2 5 89.1 38 193 5.1 2
Nebraska Cornhuskers
1995 Redshirt Redshirted
1996 13 13 11–2 104 200 1,440 52.0 13 3 130.9 126 438 3.5 9
1997 13 13 13–0 88 159 1,237 55.3 5 4 126.0 176 1,095 6.22 19
Career totals 48 28 31–16–1 227 445 3,147 51.0 20 12 119.9 355 1,789 5.0 30

Professional football career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split Vertical jump
6 ft 2+3⁄4 in
(1.90 m) 		219 lb
(99 kg) 		4.62 s 1.58 s 2.67 s 34.5 in
(0.88 m)
All values from NFL Combine[20]

Following his collegiate career, Frost was selected in the third round (67th overall) of the 1998 NFL draft by the New York Jets as a safety.[21][22][23] As a rookie in 1998, Frost played in 13 games mostly on special teams, making six tackles and two passes defended.[24] In 1999, Frost played in 14 games with seven tackles.[21] Playing in all 16 games in 2000, Frost made his first career start against the Buffalo Bills on October 29.[25] Frost also got his only career interception against Bills quarterback Rob Johnson on September 17 and sole career sack against the Oakland Raiders' Rich Gannon on December 11.[26]

The day after being waived by the Jets, Frost signed with the Cleveland Browns on August 28, 2001. Frost played in 12 games mostly on special teams, making 14 total tackles and a fumble recovery.[27] The Browns waived Frost on December 10.[28]

On December 19, 2001, Frost signed with the Green Bay Packers.[28] However, due to injuries, he never appeared in any games for the Packers, and he was waived on December 17, 2002.[21][29] In his final NFL season, Frost played in four games for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2003.[30]

Coaching career

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In December 2002, while still on the Green Bay Packers' injured reserve list, Frost served as a temporary graduate assistant at his alma mater.[31] He was later a graduate assistant at Kansas State in 2006. In 2007, he took a position at Northern Iowa as the linebackers coach, and in 2008 he was elevated to co-defensive coordinator. His defense finished the 2008 season tied for third in the FCS in takeaways (40) and ninth in scoring defense (17.7 points per game). The 12–3 Panthers also led the Missouri Valley Football Conference in rushing defense (107.1 yards per game) and scoring defense.[32]

Oregon

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On January 26, 2009, Frost joined the coaching staff at Oregon as the wide receivers coach, working under head coach Chip Kelly and offensive coordinator Mark Helfrich. During Frost's four seasons as the wide receivers coach, Oregon reached four straight BCS bowls and three of Frost's wide receivers were invited to NFL camps.

Following Chip Kelly's departure to the NFL to coach the Philadelphia Eagles, Oregon promoted Mark Helfrich to head coach and Frost was announced as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach on January 31, 2013.[33] In 2014, Frost was a finalist for the Broyles Award, given annually to the nation's top assistant coach. As the quarterbacks coach, he mentored Marcus Mariota, who won the Heisman Trophy, en route to a berth in the National Championship game. During Frost's three seasons as Oregon's offensive coordinator, the team recorded a 33–8 record and finished every year ranked among the nation's top six in both scoring offense and total offense.

UCF (first stint)

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Frost in 2017, after coaching UCF to victory over Memphis in the 2017 American Athletic Conference Football Championship Game

On December 1, 2015, Frost was hired as the head football coach at the University of Central Florida.[34] Frost replaced long time UCF head coach George O'Leary and interim head coach Danny Barrett, who took over the Knights when O'Leary resigned following an 0–8 start. The Knights went on to finish 0–12 that year. Frost immediately turned UCF around. He won six games in 2016, taking the Knights to the 2016 Cure Bowl, where they lost to Arkansas State.[35][36] In 2017, the Knights stormed through the regular season, finishing 11–0.[37] They won the AAC championship game 62–55 in double overtime at home against Memphis for their 12th consecutive win.[38] Frost led the Knights into the 2018 Peach Bowl, the school's second-ever appearance in a major bowl. In that game, they defeated 7th ranked Auburn, completing the first undefeated and untied season in school history.[39] Following the game, the school claimed a national championship which is recognized in the official NCAA record books.[B] He coached several NFL players, which include: Jordan Akins, Otis Anderson Jr., Nevelle Clarke, Gabe Davis, Kalia Davis, Jordan Franks, Richie Grant, Shaquill Griffin, Shaquem Griffin, Jacob Harris, Trysten Hill, Mike Hughes, D. J. Killings, Adrian Killins, Wyatt Miller, Jamiyus Pittman, Aaron Robinson, Cole Schneider, Tre'Quan Smith, Alex Ward, Marlon Williams, and Matthew Wright.

Nebraska

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Scott Frost at Nebraska in 2018

On December 2, 2017, Frost accepted the head football coach position at his alma mater, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.[43] Despite immediate fanfare following Frost's arrival in Lincoln, including a commemorative state holiday in which Governor Pete Ricketts declared September 1 as "Scott Frost Day,"[44] Frost's 2018 Nebraska Cornhuskers began the season with six straight losses, the worst start to a football season in school history.[45] Nebraska had three losses in that stretch by five points or less.[46] Scott Frost finished his first season 4–8, the worst single-season record of any Nebraska head football coach in more than fifty years.[47]

The 2019 season started off better for Frost with a 4–2 start. However, the Cornhuskers dropped their next four games to fall to 4–6.[48] Nebraska defeated Maryland 54–7 on November 23 to set up a game in the regular season finale against Iowa with bowl game implications.[49] Nebraska fell to the Hawkeyes 27–24 to fall to 5–7 and give Frost his second losing season at Nebraska.[50]

Nebraska's 2020 season was cut to a conference-only, eight game schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[51] Nebraska went 3–5 with victories over Penn State, Purdue, and Rutgers in the 2020 season.[52]

On November 8, 2021, during Frost's fourth season, Nebraska Athletics Director Trev Alberts, himself a former player, announced a restructuring to Frost's contract, ending speculation on the coach's job status.[53] Alberts indicated that Frost would return for the 2022 season, but with a salary reduced by $1 million and a lower buyout.[54] On the same day of the announcement, Scott Frost dismissed four offensive coaching assistants: offensive line coach Greg Austin, running backs coach Ryan Held, offensive coordinator Matt Lubick, and quarterbacks coach Mario Verduzco.[55] Frost finished the 2021 season with a 3–9 record.[56]

In his first four seasons as Nebraska's head coach, Frost's teams never played in a bowl game and failed to compete in the West Division of the Big Ten, never rising higher than fifth. Frost posted a record of 5–20 in games decided by 8 points or less, a 10–25 record in Big Ten Conference games, and an 0–14 record against ranked opponents. His 2021 Cornhuskers set a college football record with nine single-digit losses in a season.[57]

Nebraska fired Frost on September 11, 2022, the day after Georgia Southern upset the Cornhuskers at home 45–42.[58] Frost was owed a $16.4 million buyout. Due to a clause that came from restructuring his contract, Nebraska would have only owed Frost about $8.7 million if he was fired after October 1, 2022.[59] It was the first time in 215 home games that Nebraska lost while scoring over 35 points. Mickey Joseph succeeded Frost as interim head coach.[60] Frost became the first Nebraska head coach since Bill Jennings (1957–1961) not to have a winning season during his tenure.[61]

UCF (second stint)

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On December 7, 2024, UCF announced that Frost would be returning as the head coach of UCF following the resignation of Gus Malzahn.[62] Frost was signed to a five-year contract with UCF, making him the head coach through the 2029 season.

Personal life

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Scott Frost is the son of long time high school football coach Larry Frost and former Olympic discus thrower Carol (Moseke) Frost.[63] His brother, Steve Frost, was born on July 4, 1973, and played defensive line and long snapper at Stanford.[64]

Head coaching record

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Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs Coaches# AP°
UCF Knights (American Athletic Conference) (2016–2017)
2016 UCF 6–7 4–4 3rd (East) L Cure
2017 UCF 13–0 8–0 1st (East) W Peach† 7 6
Nebraska Cornhuskers (Big Ten Conference) (2018–2022)
2018 Nebraska 4–8 3–6 T–5th (West)
2019 Nebraska 5–7 3–6 T–5th (West)
2020 Nebraska 3–5 3–5 5th (West)
2021 Nebraska 3–9 1–8 T–6th (West)
2022 Nebraska 1–2[a] 0–1 (West)
Nebraska: 16–31 10–26
UCF Knights (Big 12 Conference) (2025–present)
2025 UCF 4–3 1–3
UCF: 23–10 13–7
Total: 39–41
      National championship         Conference title         Conference division title or championship game berth
  1. ^ Frost was fired after three games

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Scott Frost (born January 4, 1975) is an American football coach and former professional player, currently serving as the head coach of the University of Central Florida (UCF) Knights football team. As a high school standout at Wood River High School in Nebraska, Frost began his college playing career at Stanford University before transferring to the University of Nebraska in 1995, where he became the starting quarterback for the Cornhuskers. In 1997, he led Nebraska to a perfect 13–0 record, a Big 12 Conference championship, and a share of the national championship, earning second-team All-Big 12 honors. Selected in the third round of the 1998 NFL Draft by the New York Jets, Frost transitioned to defensive back and played six seasons in the league as a safety for the Jets (1998–2000), Cleveland Browns (2001), and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2002–2003), appearing in 59 games with 72 total tackles, one interception, and one fumble recovery. Frost entered coaching in 2007 as linebackers coach at the , where he was promoted to co-defensive coordinator in 2008, helping the Panthers rank ninth nationally in scoring defense that season. He joined the in 2009 as wide receivers coach and later served as from 2013 to 2015 under head coaches and Mark Helfrich, during which the Ducks compiled a 33–8 record, won a title, and advanced to the National Championship game after ranking among the nation's top offenses in scoring and total yards. In December 2015, Frost was hired as at UCF, where he transformed the program in his second season by leading the Knights to a perfect 13–0 record in 2017, securing an American Athletic Conference (AAC) championship, and claiming a after the committee ranked them No. 6 following the victory over Auburn. His overall UCF record from 2016 to 2017 was 19–7, including a 6–7 mark in his debut year with a bowl appearance. Frost returned to his as at Nebraska in December 2017, posting a 16–31 record over four-plus seasons amid high expectations to revive the storied program. The Cornhuskers struggled with consistency, finishing no higher than .500 in Big Ten play, and Frost was fired on September 11, 2022, after a 1–2 start to the season. After a period out of coaching, Frost rejoined UCF as on December 9, 2024, aiming to leverage his prior success with the Knights now competing in the . Through eleven games of the 2025 season, his career ing record stands at 39–44 across eight seasons.

Playing career

High school career

Scott Frost was born on January 4, 1975, in Wood River, , to Larry Frost, a longtime coach, and Carol Moseke Frost, a former athlete who competed in the at the , finishing 11th. Growing up in a family deeply involved in athletics, with his father's coaching career providing early exposure to the sport, Frost developed a strong foundation in football. Frost attended Wood River High School in Wood River, , from 1989 to 1993, where he played for the Eagles football team. Over his four-year career as the starting , he amassed state records with more than 11,000 total yards, 67 passing touchdowns, and 79 rushing touchdowns, showcasing his dual-threat abilities. As a senior in 1992, Frost led the Wood River Eagles to the Nebraska Class C-1 state championship, culminating in a 61-38 victory over in the title game. That season, he rushed for 1,585 yards and earned all-state honors as the Class C-1 offensive player of the year. His performance set a single-season state record for total offense with 3,727 yards in 11-man football. Frost's high school dominance earned him Parade All-American recognition and Gatorade Nebraska Player of the Year honors, marking him as one of the nation's top quarterback prospects. These accolades led to recruitment by major college programs; he initially committed to Stanford University, influenced by coach Bill Walsh.

College career

Frost began his college career at Stanford University, where he played quarterback as a letterman for two seasons under coach Bill Walsh. In 1993, as a freshman, he appeared in several games with limited action, completing 2 of 9 passes for 6 yards and rushing 15 times for 63 yards. As a sophomore in 1994, he saw increased playing time, completing 33 of 77 passes for 464 yards and 2 touchdowns with 5 interceptions, while rushing 38 times for 193 yards and 2 touchdowns. Stanford finished 3-8 in 1993 and 4-7 in 1994. After his sophomore year, Frost transferred to his home-state University of in 1995 but sat out the season due to NCAA transfer rules, preserving eligibility while the Cornhuskers, led by , went 12-0 and won a share of the . Frost emerged as the starting for in 1996, his first eligible season, guiding the Cornhuskers to an 11-2 record and the Holiday Bowl victory over (30-27). The team lost to Washington (14-27) and Texas A&M (37-41) during the regular season and tied for second in the Big 12 North. He completed 104 of 200 passes for 1,440 yards and 13 touchdowns with 3 interceptions, while rushing 126 times for 438 yards and 9 touchdowns, earning Big 12 Offensive Newcomer of the Year honors. In , Frost led to a perfect 13-0 record, a Big 12 championship, and a share of the after defeating 42-17 in the . He completed 88 of 159 passes for 1,237 yards and 5 touchdowns with 4 interceptions, while rushing a team-high 176 times for 1,095 yards and 19 touchdowns (third in the nation). His dual-threat performance was key in the under coach . Frost earned second-team All-Big 12 honors and was a team captain in his senior year. He also received Academic All-Big 12 recognition in 1996 and .

Professional career

Frost was selected by the in the third round (67th overall) of the out of , where his standout college performance as a led to his conversion to in the pros. He spent the first of his career (1998–2000) with the Jets, appearing in 43 games primarily as a special teams contributor with limited defensive snaps. In August 2001, Frost signed with the after being released by the Jets, playing in 12 games that season mostly on special teams. Later that December, he joined the but did not appear in any games. He spent the 2002 season on injured reserve with the Packers due to a shoulder injury. In March 2003, he signed with the but was released in preseason, before joining the , where he played in four games to close out his career. Over six seasons, Frost appeared in 59 games without a single start, accumulating 33 solo tackles, 3 passes defended, 1 , and 1 recovery, underscoring his role as a special teams specialist rather than a defensive regular. He retired from professional football following the 2003 season to transition into .

Coaching career

Early positions

Frost's initial involvement in coaching came during his playing days, as he served as a temporary defensive for his , the University of Nebraska, during the 2002 while on the ' injured reserve list. This brief stint provided his first taste of the profession, motivated by his successful professional playing career as a safety in the . After retiring from the in 2004, Frost spent several years away from football, including a role at State in 2006, before entering full-time coaching. In 2007, he joined the (), an FCS program, as linebackers coach, marking his entry into dedicated coaching responsibilities. The following year, he was promoted to co-defensive coordinator while retaining linebackers duties, a position he held through 2009. Under Frost's defensive guidance at UNI, the Panthers achieved notable success in 2008, finishing 12-3 and advancing to the FCS playoffs, where they reached the quarterfinals. That season, UNI's defense ranked tenth nationally in scoring defense (17.7 allowed) and 10th in turnover margin (+1.18). These accomplishments highlighted Frost's early expertise in building aggressive, turnover-forcing defenses at the FCS level. In 2009, UNI posted a 7-5 record, continuing to develop under his coordination before his move to the FBS ranks. This phase solidified Frost's reputation in defensive schemes and player development, laying the groundwork for his transition to in 2009 as wide receivers coach, introducing him to FBS competition.

Scott Frost joined the coaching staff in 2009 as the wide receivers coach under head coach . In this role through 2012, he contributed to the development of a dynamic receiving corps that supported Oregon's high-tempo , helping the team reach four consecutive BCS bowls. Notable players under his guidance included wide receiver , who earned All-Pac-12 honors and was selected in the third round of the by the . In 2013, Frost was promoted to and quarterbacks coach under new Mark Helfrich, where he took over play-calling duties for the Ducks' signature no-huddle . Over his three seasons in this position (2013–2015), Oregon's offense ranked in the top five nationally in both scoring and total offense each year, averaging more than 40 across the period. In 2013, the Ducks finished second nationally in total yards per game (565.0) and fourth in scoring (45.5 ), setting a school record with 7,345 total offensive yards. The following year, in 2014, Oregon achieved an undefeated 12–1 regular season record, defeated Florida State 59–20 in the Rose Bowl, and advanced to the game, where they fell 42–20 to Ohio State; that season, the Ducks scored a then-second-highest 681 points in NCAA history. Frost's tenure as elevated Oregon to consistent national contention, with the team posting a 33–8 record during his time calling plays. He departed in December 2015 to accept the head coaching position at UCF, citing the opportunity to lead his own program as the right timing after three successful seasons with the Ducks.

UCF Knights (2016–2017)

Scott Frost was hired as the head coach of the UCF Knights on December 1, 2015, leaving his position as offensive coordinator at Oregon to implement a high-powered spread offense at the program. The hire came after UCF's winless 0-12 season in 2015, with Frost tasked by new athletic director Danny White to revitalize the team through an up-tempo, pass-oriented system similar to the one he had coordinated at Oregon. In his inaugural 2016 season, Frost led UCF to a 6-7 overall record, marking a significant improvement from the previous year's futility and securing the program's first bowl appearance since 2014. The Knights finished 4-4 in American Athletic Conference play, with notable wins including a 38-10 victory over Florida International and a 24-17 upset of then-No. 21 . However, the season ended with a 42-27 loss to Stanford in the Holiday Bowl, where UCF's defense struggled against the Cardinal's rushing attack despite a competitive effort from Hayden Moore. Frost's second year brought transformative success, as the Knights achieved a perfect 13-0 record, the first undefeated season in program history. UCF dominated the American Athletic Conference with an 8-0 mark, highlighted by a 49-24 regular-season victory over rival in the on November 24, 2017, which clinched the East Division title. The team capped its conference slate with a thrilling 62-55 win over USF in the AAC Championship Game on December 2, 2017, setting a single-game scoring record for the league. In the postseason, UCF extended its streak with a 34-27 upset victory over No. 7 Auburn in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl on January 1, 2018, led by McKenzie Milton's 346 passing yards and two touchdowns. This win solidified ' undefeated campaign and prompted UCF to claim the 2017 , recognized as co-champions with by selectors such as the . Under Frost, UCF's offense became one of the nation's most explosive, averaging 48.2 points per game in —the highest in FBS—and ranking fifth in total yards at 540.4 per contest. The unit was the only one in major to score at least 30 points in every game that year, fueled by Milton's dual-threat play and a balanced attack. Recruiting efforts also flourished, with Frost's 2016 class ranked among the program's strongest in years for its depth at skill positions, followed by a 2017 haul that earned a 166.96 composite score on —the second-highest since 2010. Frost departed UCF for his Nebraska on December 7, 2017, shortly after the , triggering a $3 million in his contract that Nebraska agreed to cover. His tenure left UCF with a 19-7 overall record and a legacy of rapid turnaround from obscurity to national prominence.

Nebraska Cornhuskers

Scott Frost was hired as head football coach at the on December 2, , in a celebrated return to his that was widely viewed as a homecoming for the former . He agreed to a seven-year contract valued at $35 million, featuring a substantial that underscored the high expectations for revitalizing the program. Coming off a transformative stint at UCF, where he engineered a 19-7 record highlighted by an undefeated season, Frost was tasked with restoring Nebraska's status as a Big Ten contender. Frost's tenure began promisingly with efforts to overhaul recruiting and implement his up-tempo offense, but results fell short across his full seasons from to , yielding a 15-29 record with no qualifications. The Cornhuskers struggled markedly against ranked opponents, posting an 0-14 mark in such contests, often in close games that exposed execution flaws. Key challenges included recruiting misses, with losing 56 scholarship players to the transfer portal—second-most in the Big Ten during his era—and offensive inconsistencies that hampered scoring despite Frost's background as an innovative coordinator. Off-field issues compounded the difficulties, including NCAA violations for exceeding the countable coaches limit, which resulted in Frost receiving a one-year and a five-day suspension in 2022. The 2022 season started with a 1-2 record, capped by an upset loss to Georgia Southern, prompting athletic director to fire Frost on September 11, 2022, at a cost of $15 million in buyout payments. His overall head coaching record at stood at 16-31, marking the program's worst stretch in over six decades. After his dismissal, Frost took a year in 2023 before joining the as a senior football analyst in 2024.

UCF Knights (2025–present)

On December 7, 2024, Scott Frost was hired as head coach of the for the second time, agreeing to a five-year through the 2029 season worth $22.1 million guaranteed, following Gus Malzahn's resignation after a disappointing 4-8 record in 2024. The move came amid UCF's need to rebuild its standing in the , with Vice President and Director of Athletics Terry Mohajir stating that Frost's passion and prior successes positioned him to restore the program's national relevance. Frost quickly assembled his staff, notably hiring Steve Cooper from Boise State as to oversee the Knights' attack. His return draws on the legacy of leading UCF to an undefeated 13-0 season in , providing motivation for this fresh chapter. The 2025 season began promisingly with decisive early victories, including 17-10 over Jacksonville State, a dominant 68-7 of North Carolina A&T, and 34-9 against , but transitioned into tougher Big 12 matchups. As of November 18, 2025, UCF holds a 4-6 overall record and 1-6 in conference play, following a 48-9 loss to No. 6 Texas Tech on , with late-season momentum challenged by a mix of close defeats and blowouts. Key challenges have included persistent injuries to vital players, such as quarterback Tayven Jackson's hamstring issue during the November 7 game against . That matchup exemplified the season's competitiveness, as UCF fell 30-27 in their annual Space Game, snapping an eight-year at Spectrum Stadium; trailing by three points late, Frost inserted redshirt freshman backup quarterback Davi —who had limited prior action—for the final drive, where Belfort advanced the ball for a attempt before throwing a game-sealing . Multiple injuries compounded the loss, leaving the team "beat up" per Frost, yet he stressed accountability in postgame remarks. Mohajir has observed tangible cultural shifts under Frost, including enhanced team brotherhood and discipline, as the program eyes in the remaining games to solidify its Big 12 footing and pursue broader contention.

Personal life and records

Personal life

Scott Frost was raised in a immersed in athletics and coaching, with his father, Larry Frost, serving as a coach for over 40 years and his mother, Carol Moseke Frost, competing as an Olympic discus thrower while also assisting in football roles. Frost met his wife, Ashley Neidhardt, in 2013, and they married in 2016. The couple has three children, with their first son born in November 2017 during Frost's time at UCF. Throughout his coaching career, the Frost family has frequently relocated, starting from Nebraska—where Frost grew up—to Oregon for his offensive coordinator role, then to Florida upon taking the head coaching position at UCF in 2016. They returned to Nebraska in 2018 for his alma mater's program, moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, in 2022 following his departure there—where Ashley has family ties—and came back to Orlando in late 2024 for his UCF return. The family's affinity for Florida's lifestyle significantly influenced Frost's 2024 decision to rejoin UCF, as he has stated his hope to stay in Orlando long-term because his wife and children love the area. Frost has consistently prioritized family privacy, avoiding the public spotlight on personal matters even during high-profile career shifts.

Head coaching record

Scott Frost's overall head coaching record stands at 39 wins and 44 losses, for a .470 , across eight seasons as of November 18, 2025. His career breakdown includes 19–7 at UCF from 2016 to 2017, 16–31 at from 2018 to 2022, and a partial 4–6 record at UCF in 2025 through November 18. Frost's record is 1–1, highlighted by the 2017 victory. He has won one conference championship, the 2017 American Athletic Conference (AAC) title with UCF. In 2017, UCF completed an undefeated 13–0 season and claimed a , as the program self-proclaimed the title following their win over Auburn, amid debate over the system's selection process. The following table summarizes Frost's year-by-year head coaching performance:
YearTeamOverallConferenceConference FinishBowl Outcome
2016UCF6–74–4 (AAC)T–3rdL 13–31 (vs. Arkansas State)
2017UCF13–08–0 (AAC)1stW 34–27 (vs. No. 7 Auburn)
20184–82–7 (Big Ten)7th (West)—
20195–73–6 (Big Ten)T–5th (West)—
20203–53–5 (Big Ten)T–5th (West)—
20213–91–8 (Big Ten)7th (West)—
20221–20–2 (Big Ten)——
2025UCF4–61–6 (Big 12)——

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