Few positions are less celebrated on the football field than nose guard. The anchor of the Kentucky defensive line is often tasked to take on two blockers to clog rushing lanes. A perfect play may not result in a stat. Even though it’s overlooked by the masses, the nose guard plays an important role on the Kentucky defense. After an offseason roster change, Brad White is demanding more from Josaih Hayes in the middle of the defensive line.
A celebrated recruiting win on Signing Day, the Mississippi native committed to Kentucky over Ole Miss, shocking first-year head coach Lane Kiffin.