When you think of a former Northern Illinois football player that transferred to Kentucky, your mind most likely immediately goes to Marques Cox, a 6-foot-5, 310-pound behemoth of an offensive lineman. Cox came to Lexington in December after spending the last five seasons at NIU, where he started in 34 of his 36 career games. He was part of a necessary influx of talent this offseason for the Big Blue Wall and was recognized as one of the premier linemen available in the portal. Cox was easily one of the most important additions since the 2022 season came to a disappointing end.