Garrett Nussmeier is regaining NFL Draft stock after recovering from a 2025 oblique injury, now competing with Ty Simpson for the No. 2 QB spot.

Garrett Nussmeier, the former LSU quarterback, is rebuilding his 2026 NFL Draft stock after a 2025 season ended early due to a rare oblique injury that caused sharp pain with every throw, limiting him to 12 touchdowns and five interceptions. He has since recovered, regained strength, and shown progress at the Senior Bowl. Nussmeier is now competing with Alabama’s Ty Simpson for the No. 2 quarterback spot in the draft, with Simpson drawing interest from the New York Jets and asserting he is a franchise quarterback. The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to select Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick.