Buffalo, NY – April 12, 2025
The Buffalo Bills are setting their sights on a new quarterback to groom behind Josh Allen, with sources telling ESPN Sunday they’re targeting LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier in the 2025 NFL Draft. GM Brandon Beane, aiming to bolster depth at the game’s top spot, sees the third-round prospect as the perfect backup to learn from his MVP star.
With Allen locked in on a record $258 million deal, Buffalo’s veteran QBs—Mitchell Trubisky, Mike White, and Shane Buechele—offer little upside. Beane’s plan is to snag Nussmeier with one of the Bills’ fourth-round picks, likely 109 or 132, to spark a youth movement in the quarterback room.
Nussmeier lit up LSU in 2024, throwing for 3,200 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions with a 62% completion rate. His 6’2”, 200-pound frame and strong arm delivered big plays, earning praise for his poise under pressure. In 2023, he tossed 1,400 yards as a backup, showing steady growth.
At 23, Nussmeier’s knack for deep balls mirrors Allen’s flair, though his occasional rushed reads need polish. His leadership in LSU’s bowl win—300 yards, 3 TDs—proved he can handle crunch time, making him a fit for Buffalo’s high-octane attack.
Bills fans are buzzing over the draft buzz, eager for a fresh face to back Allen’s 4,642-yard, 42-TD mastery. Nussmeier’s low-cost rookie deal—around $5 million over four years—saves Buffalo’s $5.2 million cap, leaving room for defensive tweaks.
Trubisky’s 64.7% completion rate last season pales next to Nussmeier’s upside. The LSU star could sit for two years, soaking up Allen’s game, or become trade bait like Jordan Love. Either way, Beane’s betting on youth to secure the future.
Two Chiefs showdowns loom—Nussmeier’s arrival signals Buffalo’s long game against Kansas City. If he falls to round four, the Bills could land a steal to anchor their QB depth for years.
Beane’s draft radar is locked—snagging Nussmeier might not just back up Allen but set Buffalo up for a dynasty. Fans hope this LSU spark ignites the Super Bowl fire still burning.
