LSU football (4-1) arguably remains a puzzle five games through the 2025-26 campaign. Their supposedly signature victory, which ended an infamous run of season openers, no longer looks so impressive, as Clemson has since lost to both Georgia Tech and Syracuse. Brian Kelly 's squad still boasts a fierce defensive attack, but its quest for SEC supremacy certainly took a hit after a Sept. 27 loss to Ole Miss. The No. 11 Tigers are unlikely to reach true title contender status without a healthy Garrett Nussmeier.

Injury speculation has circled the star quarterback, who has seen his Heisman Trophy aspirations and potential status as a top NFL Draft pick incur serious damage following an uneven start to his senior season. He can drastically alter public perception by leading LSU through a t

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