After a brief hiatus from college football, Scott Frost is making his return as the head coach at UCF, a place where he previously found great success. Reflecting on his time at Nebraska, he wasn’t shy about sharing what he learned from his tenure there.
Frost coached Nebraska from 2018 to 2022, but his record of 16 wins and 31 losses, including a 10-26 mark in Big Ten play, highlighted a challenging period in his career. Following that, he shifted gears and spent a year in the NFL as a senior analyst for the Los Angeles Rams. Now, back in the collegiate ranks, Frost emphasized the importance of making the right career choices in coaching.
When asked about the biggest takeaway from his Nebraska experience, Frost’s response was refreshingly straightforward: “Don’t take the wrong job.” It’s a mantra that rings true, especially for a coach who clearly values the right fit over mere opportunity.
Before making that leap to Nebraska, Frost had led UCF to a remarkable 13-0 season, finishing with a Peach Bowl victory and sitting proudly at No. 6 in the AP poll. His alma mater’s call was a tempting one, but looking back, Frost recognized that it might not have been the best move. He recalled his determination to remain in Orlando unless he found a situation that could lead to a national championship.
“I got tugged in a direction to try to help my alma mater and didn’t really want to do it,” Frost reflected. “It wasn’t a good move. I’m lucky to get back to a place where I was a lot happier.”
After his time away from the field in 2023, Frost returned to coaching at the NFL level, and that experience with the Rams has only fueled his passion for the game. Reflecting on his year in Los Angeles, he expressed gratitude towards head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead for the opportunity, calling the Rams’ environment exceptional.
“I was really lucky to get there,” Frost said. “Those guys out in L.A. have an unbelievable building. They surrounded themselves with unbelievable people, top to bottom on that staff. I can’t compliment it enough.”
Now back at UCF, where he holds a strong record of 19-7 from his previous stint, Frost feels ready to apply everything he’s learned—especially from McVay, whom he describes as one of the most innovative offensive minds in football.
As Frost revamps his approach for this second chance, he carries with him the lessons learned from his past experiences and a renewed enthusiasm to lead the Knights back to prominence. This journey is more than just a return; it’s an evolution, and fans are eager to see how he melds his past successes with fresh insights gained in the NFL.
