LSU Bench Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier Against Alabama
LSU's offense has been struggling, leading to the decision to bench fifth-year senior quarterback Garrett Nussmeier in the game against Alabama. Sophomore Michael Van Buren took over as quarterback.
Player Details and Game Situation
- Michael Van Buren transferred from Mississippi State this offseason.
- Nussmeier completed 18 of 21 passes for 121 yards before being replaced, averaging 5.8 yards per attempt.
- At the time of the substitution, LSU was trailing Alabama 17-6.
Context on Previous Games
Van Buren also replaced Nussmeier late in LSU’s previous game, a blowout loss against Texas A&M.
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Author's summary: LSU’s offense troubles led to Garrett Nussmeier being replaced by Michael Van Buren against Alabama, continuing a recent pattern of the sophomore stepping in late during games.