Garrett Nussmeier makes NFL preseason debut for Kansas City Chiefs
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Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Garrett Nussmeier, former LSU quarterback, played in his NFL preseason debut with the Kansas City Chiefs on August 15. He completed 13 of 19 passes for 98 yards, but the Chiefs lost 20-12. Nussmeier, picked No. 249 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, demonstrated his mobility and passing ability, escaping the pocket to make several throws under pressure. Prior to the draft, Nussmeier was projected to be selected much earlier but slipped to the seventh round. He had a standout collegiate career at LSU, throwing for 7,699 yards and 52 touchdowns over five seasons.
- •Nussmeier's preseason debut occurred on August 15.
- •He threw for 98 yards with no touchdowns and two sacks.
- •The Chiefs lost the game 20-12.
- •Nussmeier was a seventh-round draft pick in 2026.
- •He completed 64% of his passes over his LSU career.
- 4:33 PMYahoo Sports — How former LSU football QB Garrett Nussmeier played in NFL debut
"Former LSU football QB Garrett Nussmeier made his NFL preseason debut on Saturday. Here's how it went.
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