Garrett Nussmeier 2026 NFL draft prospect profile, grades, rank, measurements

Garrett Nussmeier is one of the more intriguing quarterback prospects in this draft class. He has been the LSU Tigers starting quarterback for two years but unfortunately was slowed in 2025 due to injury.

Nussmeier is the son of longtime coach Doug Nussmeier, who is currently the offensive coordinator for the New Orleans Saints. Garrett Nussmeier plays the position as would be expected from a high level coaches son.

Nussmeier is not a small quarterback but he is at the lower end in terms of physical measurements when it comes to the NFL. His play is disciplined and smooth. He will be labelled the optimal "point guard" and ball distributor for a fast paced and timing based offense.

Many analysts will also label Nussmeier as "pro-ready" almost as a slight due to a follow up question over his physical ceiling. Nussmeier wont have the strongest arm in the NFL. His arm strength is adequate but not overpowering.

Nussmeier is a high level processor and he sees what defenses in front of him are trying to do. He is in command at the line of scrimmage where he will call out protections, correct alignments and make adjustments.

As a passer, Nussmeier delivers an on time and catchable ball. He throws deep passes with accuracy and loft for the wide receiver to adjust. He additionally throws intermediate routes with good timing and layers the throws over linebackers well.

2025 did not go well for Nussmeier or LSU. Nussmeier suffered an abdominal injury sometime in August and he tried to play through the injury all season. He was eventually benched for his own health with four games to go.

Nussmeier arrived healthy at the Senior Bowl and appears ready to show the NFL that 2025 should not define him. He may not wow with his physical traits but he can operate an offense at a high level.