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TAMPA, FLA., OCT. 15, 2025 – The No. 19-ranked South Florida football program enters the weekend at 5-1 (2-0 American) and saw its early season success recognized with head coach Alex Golesh and graduate linebacker Mac Harris named to midseason award lists.
Golesh, who became the first Bulls coach to lead the program to bowl victories in their first two seasons, was named to the Paul Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Watch List. Golesh led the Bulls to upset victories over No. 25 Boise State and at No. 13 Florida to start the season and back into the Associated Press Top 25 for the first time in seven seasons. USF is ranked No. 1 in the nation in turnovers gained (16), No. 12 in scoring offense (40.7 ppg) and No. 18 in total offense (468.3 ypg) as the Bulls look to secure just the fourth 3-0 conference start in program history and bowl eligibility for the third straight season on Saturday.
Harris, who led the Bulls in tackles, tackles for loss and sacks last year, has continued his strong play in 2025 and was named to The Sporting News Midseason All-America Team. He was one of three non-Power 4 conference players named to the first team. Harris ranks second in the nation with three forced fumbles on the year and returned an interception 93 yards for a touchdown. He stands second on the team with 46 tackles and leads the team with four sacks, 4.5 tackles for loss and five quarterback hurries.
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USF returns to Raymond James Stadium for a Homecoming clash vs. FAU on Saturday. That game is set for a 7:30 p.m. kick on ESPNU.