The Bednarik Award is given annually to college football’s top defensive player.
The other finalists are Quinnen Williams (Alabama) and Christian Wilkins (Clemson).
Here are details from UK:
LEXINGTON, Ky. – University of Kentucky senior linebacker Josh Allen has been named one of three finalists for the 24th Chuck Bednarik Award for the Outstanding Defensive Player of the Year, announced today by the Maxwell Football Club President, Mark Dianno.
The winner will be announced as part of the Home Depot College Football Awards Show, which airs on Thursday, Dec. 6, live on ESPN.