Kentucky Sports Radio · Oct 14, 2020
Drake Jackson Named Rimington Trophy Candidate
Senior Drake Jackson has been named a candidate for the 2020 Rimington Trophy, it was announced today by the Rimington Trophy Committee. This marks the second straight season Jackson has been a candidate for the prestigious award given annually to the nation’s most outstanding center.
The Versailles, Kentucky native has started in 36 consecutive career games as the anchor of Kentucky’s offensive line, the “Big Blue Wall.” In 212 plays this season, Jackson has totaled 18 knockdowns without allowing a sack or a quarterback pressure. UK currently leads the Southeastern Conference and ranks 19th nationally in rushing offense (212.3).