Nussmeier to Lead LSU Against Wisconsin in ReliaQuest Bowl
Both teams face key absences as they aim for victory in the post-season showdown.
- Garrett Nussmeier will make his first college start for LSU in the ReliaQuest Bowl against Wisconsin, stepping in for Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels who is preparing for the NFL draft.
- LSU, which led the nation in total offense and scoring, is looking to produce a second consecutive 10-win season.
- Wisconsin will be without its top offensive star, junior running back Braelon Allen, who declared for the NFL draft.
- Wisconsin, appearing in a bowl game for the 22nd consecutive year, rebounded from a three-game losing streak to win its final two games of the regular season.
- LSU's top two receiving targets, Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr., are expected to be the top targets for Nussmeier.