UCF head coach Gus Malzahn updates health of wife, asks for continued prayers

UCF head coach Gus Malzahn sent out a message via the Knights’ twitter account on Monday regarding the health of his wife Kristi. According to Malzahn, his wife is currently in the hospital battling an unspecified infection.

“I want to sincerely thank all those who have reached out concerning my wide Kristi,” Malzahn wrote. “She has been hospitalized as she battles an infection. We appreciate and thank all those who have offered prayers and support and ask that you continue to pray for her recovery.”

An update from @CoachGusMalzahn pic.twitter.com/Gh8BN5sXdr

— UCF Football (@UCF_Football) January 17, 2022

Malzahn, 56, and his wife have two daughters and several grandchildren.

Guz Malzhan secures SEC wide receiver transfer

Last Wednesday, another former Tiger announced he would be heading to Orlando to play for Gus Malzahn once again.

Wide receiver Kobe Hudson announced he would be transferring to UCF, according to On3’s Matt Zenitz. Hudson was one of Auburn’s top receivers last season, having 44 catches for 580 yards and four touchdowns. He entered the portal on Jan. 4. Head coach Bryan Harsin now has to search to replace one of his best receivers.

Hudson made an impact for the Tigers in their Birmingham Bowl loss to Houston. He was the team’s leading receiver, going for 57 yards on four catches while scoring the offense’s sole touchdown of the afternoon.

There was some controversy surrounding Hudson leaving The Plains, where he claimed via an Instagram story that Harsin kicked him off the team. He quickly deleted the post and there was not much more information released.