LSU had its first practice of fall camp yesterday. Quarterback Garrett Nussmeier threw for over four thousand yards last season, but after a full season as the starter, head coach Brian Kelly expects him to improve. Kelly says his top priority is eliminating negative plays.
Cut 16 (17) “…that’s experience.”
Kelly says Nussmeier has been clocked running over 21 miles an hour and should rely on his legs more this season.
Free agent tight end Noah Fant signed with the Bengals today after also meeting with the Saints and Dolphins. New Orleans tight end Juwan Johnson returned to the practice field after leaving early with a minor groin injury yesterday. Johnson signed a three-year, 30-million-dollar extension this offseason.
Former Saints first-round pick Trevor Penning has made the move from tackle to guard this offseason. Penning struggled to find consistency on the edge, and the bruiser says his aggressive skillset is better suited for the interior. He says the switch is going well, but there are still things to improve.
Cut 19 (14) “…going to happen.”
In the first meeting of the legislative committee reviewing LHSAA policies and practices, lawmakers suggested a one-time transfer rule. Many student-athletes must sit out a year after transferring to a new high school to regain eligibility. Thibodaux Representative Bryan Fontenot says with school choice options expanding, students should not be penalized.
High school principals recently voted overwhelmingly against a one-time transfer rule.