Earlier today, both Kentucky linebacker Josh Allen and Kentucky running back Benny Snell were named semifinalists for two very respectable awards.
Allen was named one of the five finalists for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, which is awarded to the nation’s top defensive player, and he was also named a semifinalist for the Walter Camp Player of the Year award.
Allen has been an absolute monster on defense throughout the season, as he leads the SEC and is ranked third nationally in sacks (11) and leads the SEC and ranks eleventh nationally in tackles for loss (15.