The Tigers have quite the quarterback conundrum this offseason, but their problem is a good one to have.
It’s unclear which passer will emerge to win the job at this point between [autotag]Jayden Daniels[/autotag], [autotag]Myles Brennan[/autotag] and [autotag]Garrett Nussmeier[/autotag]. But all have their strengths, and LSU fans should feel good about any one of those three being thrust into action.
We’re past the transfer portal deadline, so any further attrition at the position seems unlikely before the beginning of the season. With a group of three players that all have high-level playing experience — plus a true freshman who could be the future at the position in [autotag]Walker Howard[/autotag] — the Tigers have one of the most talented groups in the country.
In a recent quarterback room ranking from CBS Sports’ Shehan Jeyarajah, LSU was listed at No. 5 in the nation behind Alabama, Ohio State, Michigan and Georgia. Here’s what Jeyarajah said about the group.
The Tigers don’t have a proven starter after losing top passer Max Johnson to the transfer portal, but the collection of signal-callers currently in Baton Rouge ranks among the deepest in the nation. LSU added former Arizona State starter Jayden Daniels, who posted more than 3,000 yards of total offense in 2021, while Myles Brennan returns after missing most of the last two seasons with injuries. Down the pipe, Garrett Nussmeier and high four-star recruit Walker Howard have the tools to compete for playing time right away. New offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock will have his selection of a dynamic, diverse group of passers in his first season. The ceiling depends on whether any of the four jump up and take the job.
After an inconclusive spring game, we’ll have to keep a careful eye on the competition once fall camp begins next month. In the meantime, LSU fans should be able to rest easy knowing coach [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] and offensive coordinator [autotag]Mike Denbrock[/autotag] have a talented quartet of signal-callers to work with.
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