The Big Blue Wall was born on October 1, 2016. The location was Bryant-Denny Stadium, Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The Kentucky offensive line was later recognized for their play on that night by the Crimson Tide’s All-American defensive lineman Jonathan Allen. Allen was asked which offensive line was the toughest he went against in 2016. His answer defines John Schlarman’s creation:
“I got to give it to the whole Kentucky front,” Allen said. “When I say that was probably the most physical game that I’ve played in this year, I have to give it them. They came with it that game.