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Dec 31, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; LSU Tigers special teams Zavion Thomas (0) returns a kick off for a touchdown against the Baylor Bears in the second quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images
LSU football capped its 2024 season on a high note, beating Baylor 44-31 in the Texas Bowl.
The Tigers got off to a fast start, scoring on their first drive. During the ensuing possession, LSU linebacker Dahvon Keys picked off a tipped pass and ran it back for six, putting LSU up 14-0.
Baylor managed a response, but LSU found the end zone again to go up 21-7.
Along with Keys’ pick-six, LSU got a boost from its special teams. Zavion Thomas ran a kick back for a touchdown, making it LSU’s second-straight game returning a kick for six after Aaron Anderson accomplished the same feat in the win over Oklahoma.
LSU now goes into the offseason with a three-game winning, capturing much-needed momentum after a three-game skid killed the Tigers’ playoff hopes in November.
Expectations are high for LSU heading into 2025. A strong finish paired with a top transfer class has Brian Kelly eyeing the playoffs next year.
Garrett Nussmeier delivers
Garrett Nussmeier didn’t have the protection of his two All-SEC tackles, and LSU was without three of its four leading receivers. It didn’t matter. The redshirt junior delivered, playing some of his best football of the year.
It’s evident Nussmeier turned a corner after the Florida game, stringing three- good performances together. This is the most consistent we’ve seen the LSU QB play all year.
Nussmeier finished with 261 yards and three scores.
Trey’Dez Green is a budding star.
In the absence of Mason Taylor and Ka’Morreun Pimpton, tight end Trey’Dez Green emerged. Hopes were high for the five-star true freshman getting his first real opportunity, and he met all expectations.
On the first…
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Author : LSU Tigers Wire
Publish date : 2025-01-01 00:11:00
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