The Garrett Nussmeier injury butterfly effect that brought Lane Kiffin to LSU

It's a Megaboard Wednesday episode, and while the message boards are fired up across the country, Andy had a chance to spend some time with Garrett Nussmeier today at the Panini Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama. Watch here as Andy & Ari discuss Nussmeier's legacy in Baton Rouge and the ripple effect that eventually led Lane Kiffin to Tiger Stadium. How big of a domino was Garrett Nussmeier's injury to the rest of college football? Watch here as Andy & Ari dive deep into this.

0:00 On Today's Episode
1:15 Presenting Sponsor
3:01 Intro: Garrett Nussmeier's Legacy at LSU
5:55 Butterfly Effect for Nussmeier
12:35 When Nussmeier knew when to shut it down
14:31 Ari's story on Lane Kiffin and LSU in the portal
16:38 What is Garrett Nussmeier's draft stock?
18:48 Future for LSU
23:53 Dell
25:15 Bill Belichick's HOF Snub
38:05 Kentucky Basketball after losing to Vanderbilt
47:19 Cooper Barkate and Darian Mensah in Miami
56:20 Conclusion: Dear Andy & Ari tomorrow!

Send your questions in to:
andystapleson3@gmail.com
ari.wasserman@on3.com

Ari's Story on LSU: on3.com/news/lane-kiffin-overhauled-lsu-roster-through-the-transfer-portal-now-comes-the-hard-part

Andy's story on Bill Belichick: on3.com/news/did-the-decision-to-coach-north-carolina-help-keep-bill-belichick-out-of-the-hall-of-fame

After Andy & Ari discuss LSU and Garrett Nussmeier talk, the guys head to Canton, Ohio, where Bill Belichick will not receive first-ballot Hall of Fame status. Why didn't the 8-time Super Bowl Champion get in? Andy has some thoughts.

On Tuesday night, Kentucky basketball lost in the Music City to Vanderbilt, and now, the Wildcats sit at 14-7 with over a month left in the regular season. Will Kentucky figure it out and make a run? Will Mark Pope ignite a flame in the Wildcats locker room? Find out here as Andy & Ari discuss the state of affairs for Wildcats basketball.

With the additions of Cooper Barkate and Darian Mensah in Miami, how dynamic can this offense be? Watch as Andy & Ari discuss the explosive weapons on Miami's offense in 2026.

The Dell XPS proves there’s no need to compromise—style, power, and reliability come together in one expertly crafted machine.Check out the all-new Dell XPS at Dell.com/XPS.

Our show is also presented by BetMGM!

If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code CFB and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! Here’s how it works:

1. Download the BetMGM app and sign-up using bonus code CFB.
2. Deposit at least $10 and place your first wager on any game.
3. You will receive up to $1500 in bonus bets if your bet loses! Just make sure
you use bonus code CFB when you sign up!

Make this college football season one for the history books. Make it legendary.

See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.

Join On3 today! on3.com/join

! ⬇️ youtube.com/on3sports/?sub_confirmati...
Welcome to On3 | The best of college football and recruiting on3.com

Listen to Andy & Ari On3 on podcast!

Spotify 🎧: open.spotify.com/show/5AhQ4d2m5TQu5Q2vkwtxjt

Apple 🍎: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/andy-staples-on3/id1695325427

Follow Andy & Ari On3 on X! x.com/AndyAriOn3

Follow Andy Staples on Twitter: twitter.com/Andy_Staples

Follow Andy Staples on Instagram: instagram.com/andy_staples

Follow Ari Wasserman on Twitter: x.com/AriWasserman

.com/on3sports

.instagram.com/on3/

Like/ .facebook.com/On3Sports/

Hosts: Andy Staples, Ari Wasserman
Producer: River Bailey