LSU Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier Benched Against Alabama
LSU's offense has been struggling, leading to a quarterback change during the game against Alabama. Fifth-year senior Garrett Nussmeier was benched in favor of sophomore Michael Van Buren.
Quarterback Change Details
Michael Van Buren, who transferred from Mississippi State this offseason, replaced Nussmeier. At the time of the substitution, Nussmeier had completed 18 of 21 passes for 121 yards, averaging 5.8 yards per attempt.
Game Status
LSU was trailing Alabama 17-6 when the quarterback change occurred. This marks the second consecutive game where Nussmeier was replaced by Van Buren late in the contest, following a similar decision during LSU's loss to Texas A&M.
“With LSU’s offense struggling, fifth-year senior quarterback Garrett Nussmeier has been benched against Alabama.”
“Van Buren transferred in from Mississippi State this offseason.”
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Summary: LSU's offensive difficulties led to Garrett Nussmeier being replaced by Michael Van Buren in the game versus Alabama, continuing a recent trend in LSU's quarterback decisions.