The decision for Garrett Nussmeier to return to LSU in 2025 boiled down to one thing.

Consistency.

"I feel like the product that I put out there for my teammates and for these coaches who have spent so much time on me, I feel like it wasn't as consistent as I wanted it to be," Nussmeier said in December. "And I feel like there's a whole other level that I could tap into."

Nussmeier, the fifth-year senior quarterback who is entering his second season as the starter, played well in his first campaign as the leader of the offense last fall. He threw for over 4,000 yards, completed 64.2% of his passes and had nearly 30 touchdowns.

But his greatness only came in flashes. He also had 12 interceptions and failed to utilize his legs in situations where he needed to call his number.

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