LSU QB [autotag]Garrett Nussmeier[/autotag] has seen highs and lows in 2024.
The early part of the schedule was good for the Tigers’ QB, highlighted by leading LSU to an upset win over Ole Miss in Tiger Stadium. The last three games haven’t been as kind.
Nussmeier threw three interceptions in the second half vs. Texas A&M, followed it up with a rough outing vs. Alabama and was inconsistent again in LSU’s loss to Florida.
The entire offense is struggling right now and Nussmeier is not immune to it.
Where does that leave Nussmeier on the year?
ESPN’s QBR and PFF’s passing grade are two reliable metrics when it comes to evaluating quarterbacks. I know numbers like these can be confusing to fans because it’s not always clear what exactly goes into them, but both ratings are meant to measure a quarterback’s performance in a stable and predictable way.
These stats have proven value when it comes to how a player will perform in the future.
Nussmeier’s QBR: 77.6
Nussmeier’s PFF passing grade: 76.9
- National Rank: 43rd
- SEC rank: 8th
Both numbers align with what we’ve seen with our eyes. A QBR that ranks 16th nationally indicates the tough schedule Nussmeier’s faced but speaks to what he’s done when he’s put it all together.
The PFF grade is more reflective of the inconsistent play but again offers optimism. Among first-time starters in the SEC, only Tennessee’s Nico Iamaleava has a better grade.