Cody Slovensky
Writer
Garrett Nussmeier aggravated his previous abdominal injury today, per LSU interim head coach Frank Wilson. Nussmeier is now listed as probable, but at this point, it would probably be best for Nussmeier to sit out a game and see how he feels next week.
LSU fans have been critical of Nussmeier this season after the hype of a Heisman Trophy, a College Football Playoff appearance and National Championship hopes all came crashing down. The Ole Miss loss hurt. The Vanderbilt loss was really the breaking point for fans. It wasn’t just Nussmeier receiving a critical response from fans.
Former head coach Brian Kelly and former OC Joe Sloan were also being torched online. Nothing was working, the offensive line was struggling, Nussmeier was struggling to make throws that he had previously had zero issue making, the rushing attack was invisible, and people had had enough. Fans began calling for the jobs of Kelly and Sloan, as well as the benching of Nussmeier, because it was clear that he wasn’t healthy.
Everyone wanted to see Michael Van Buren Jr. Van Buren Jr. brings in a different look, he is mobile and has a cannon for an arm. Sound familiar? While it is not fair to compare Van Buren Jr. to Jayden Daniels, when you look at the tape, the comparisons are valid.
In minimal playing time, Michael Van Buren Jr. is 18-27 for 224 yards with two touchdowns and zero interceptions. On the ground, he has 15 carries for 24 yards with one touchdown. He brings a different look to the offense, and at this point, LSU needs all of the help that it can get, especially with a potential shootout against Arkansas on Saturday.
Cody Croy
Writer
Georgia transfer defensive back Dominick Kelly has signed with Ohio State, per Lettermen Row. The Florida native and IMG Academy product was ranked as a top 10 cornerback in the transfer portal. He will have 3 years of eligibility remaining. Kelly, who was originally a member of the 2026 class, decided to reclassify and join […]
Cody Croy
Writer
Former Alabama Crimson Tide defensive linemen Qua Russaw and James Smith have announced their commitment to Ohio State, per Hayes Fawcett. The pair visited Ohio State together last week. The Buckeyes now have 11 transfer portal additions and 30 departures during this cycle. Qua Russaw, a redshirt junior, will have two seasons of eligibility remaining. […]
Jason Berry
Writer
The Fiesta Bowl semifinal sets the stage for a compelling clash as the No. 6 Ole Miss Rebels face the No. 10 Miami Hurricanes with a national championship berth on the line. How They Got There Both teams arrive in Arizona after navigating the first two rounds of the playoffs. Ole Miss opened its postseason […]
