A Wildcat stands alone as Josh Hines-Allen cracks the NFL's prestigious Top 100 list
BBN has yet another reason to smile when it comes to one of their own shining at the next level. Former Wildcat star Josh Hines-Allen continues to prove why he’s one of the NFL’s most disruptive defenders, landing at No. 63 on the league’s Top 100 Players list for 2025.
A year of Triumph for Hines-Allen
It’s been a roller coaster year personally for Hines-Allen, whose son recently rang the bell after completing cancer treatment, a moment that puts football into perspective. It really is just a game. But it wasn't just off the field the former Cat was winning. On the field, the Jacksonville Jaguars edge rusher remains a relentless force on the defensive line.
His 2024 stat line was consistent, but not as explosive as in the past: 45 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 8.0 sacks, 19 quarterback hits, two pass deflections, and one forced fumble across 16 games.
NFL pro insight on Hines-Allen’s impact
NFL Pro Insight noted that Hines-Allen accounted for 26.2% of Jacksonville’s team pressures last season, ranking third in the entire league. He generated 67 total pressures — ninth among all edge defenders — proving that he is a constant problem for opposing quarterbacks.
Representing Big Blue Nation
Since 2021, Hines-Allen has recorded at least seven sacks the last 4 seasons and has made three Pro Bowls. He’s not just good — he’s consistent, durable, and disruptive. All traits he showed while at Kentucky.
Hines-Allen is the lone Kentucky player on the NFL Top 100 list this year. For Wildcats fans who love a good rivalry note, and we know you do, Lamar Jackson is the only Louisville player to make the cut.
As the Jaguars push for another playoff run, expect Hines-Allen to be a massive part of their defense once again. So. BBN should enjoy watching a player who has stayed true to his roots and continues to represent Big Blue Nation on the biggest stage in a great way.
Drew Holbrook is an avid Kentucky fan who has been covering the Cats for over 10 years. In his free time, he spends time with his family, and watching Premier League soccer. Psalm 23. #UpTheAlbion