Round 7, Pick 33 · #249 Overall
Kansas City Chiefs · QB · LSU
Traded: Compensatory Pick (From IND via PIT)
Decision Grade reflects market consensus at the moment of the pick. Teams often have private information the consensus does not.
Big Board Rank: #82 · Day 2 Value
Garrett Nussmeier enters the 2026 NFL Draft as a polished pocket passer with three years of starting experience in the SEC. The California native took over LSU's offense in 2023 and steadily improved each season, culminating in leading the Tigers to an SEC Championship game appearance. Nussmeier's game is built around exceptional pre-snap recognition, pinpoint accuracy in the intermediate passing game, and outstanding poise under pressure. His ability to manipulate safeties with his eyes and deliver strikes into tight windows makes him a natural fit for West Coast and RPO-heavy offenses. However, concerns about his arm strength on deep outs and limited mobility in today's dual-threat quarterback landscape have kept him from first-round consideration despite his high football IQ and leadership qualities.
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