Michael Van Buren Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - LSU Tigers

Tiger fans eager to see how Lane Kiffin approaches LSU's QB situation for 2026 The LSU quarterback situation is going to be interesting to watch over the next several weeks. With Garrett Nussmeier out of eligibility and...

4 DAYS AGO • DEATHVALLEYVOICE.COM

Tough day in season finale Van Buren completed 14 of 25 passes for 96 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Saturday's 17-13 loss to Oklahoma. He also had five rushes for 33 yards.

Impact Van Buren struggled mightily as he wasn't able to eclipse the 100 yard passing mark against a tough Oklahoma defense. Van Buren closed out the season starting in the final three games for the Tigers likely trying to get him some action as the likely incumbent starter for next season but with changes coming to the coaching staff Van Buren's future with the program are uncertain.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Mateer throws late TD pass, No. 8 Oklahoma beats LSU 17-13 to likely secure playoff spot

John Mateer threw a 58-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Sategna with 4:16 left to overcome three interceptions, and No. 8 Oklahoma beat LSU 17-13 on Saturday night to likely wrap up a...

NOVEMBER 30 • Associated Press

Starting against OU Van Buren will start during Saturday's game against Oklahoma, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact Van Buren will make his third-straight start under center this weekend against the Sooners with Garrett Nussmeier (abdomen) doubtful for the contest. The 6-foot sophomore quarterback has been effective when called upon this season, throwing for 647 yards (64-of-100), four touchdowns and one interception, adding on 72 yards and a touchdown with his legs. Van Buren will have a tall task ahead of him on the road against a top-10 Oklahoma team this weekend.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

No. 8 Oklahoma's playoff hopes hinge on regular-season finale against LSU

Oklahoma faces a crucial game against LSU, needing a win to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Likely to start Week 14 Van Buren is likely to start Saturday's game at Oklahoma, Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports reports.

Impact In one of LSU's relatively easier games this season, Van Buren struggled in Week 13, logging a 1-1 TD-INT ratio and a fumble in a narrow 13-10 win. It would make sense if the Tigers revert to using a healthy Garrett Nussmeier (abdomen), but him healthy does not appear to be the case. So in that sense, Van Buren would be in line for another start and a chance to redeem himself.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Damian Ramos kicks 2 FGs, LSU beats Western Kentucky 13-10

Michael Van Buren threw a touchdown pass, Damian Ramos kicked two field goals, and LSU beat Western Kentucky 13-10

NOVEMBER 23 • Associated Press

Starting versus Western Kentucky Van Buren will start Saturday's game versus Western Kentucky, Wilson Alexander of The Baton Rouge Advocate reports.

Impact With Garrett Nussmeier (abdomen) ruled out for a second straight week, Van Buren is set to make his second consecutive start Saturday. He was decent in Saturday's close win over Arkansas, completing 21 of 31 passes for 221 yards and one touchdown.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Van Buren makes his position clear on LSU's upcoming coaching change As the search for a new head coach continues, the things at the top of all LSU fans is who Brian Kelly's replacement will be. The Lane Kiffi...

NOVEMBER 19 • DEATHVALLEYVOICE.COM

Solid in first start of the season Van Buren was 21-for-31 passing for 221 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 23-22 win over Arkansas. He also had 10 rushes for 36 yards.

Impact Van Buren got his first start after lots of struggles from usual starter Garrett Nussmeier. Van Buren made the most of his first full game as he threw for over 200 yards and a touchdown while leading the Tigers their first victory in four weeks.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Michael Van Buren Jr. helps LSU squeeze past Arkansas Deadspin | Michael Van Buren Jr. helps LSU squeeze past Arkansas

NOVEMBER 16 • DEADSPIN.COM

LSU gets first win under interim coach Frank Wilson against Arkansas, 23-22

Michael Van Buren Jr. threw a 12-yard touchdown pass to Bower Sharp to rally LSU to a 23-22 win over Arkansas on Saturday, snapping a three-game losing streak and giving interim co...

NOVEMBER 15 • Associated Press

LSU Makes Final Decision on QB Garrett Nussmeier Before Arkansas Game Breaking: LSU hands the keys to Michael Van Buren vs. Arkansas - a live audition that could alter the Tigers' closing stretch.

NOVEMBER 15 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Will start vs. Arkansas Van Buren will start against Arkansas on Saturday, On3 Sports reports.

Impact Van Buren will get the start since Garrett Nussmeier suffered an abdominal injury in practice earlier this week. Van Buren has made three appearances this season, completing 18 of 27 passes for 224 yards and a 2:0 TD:INT.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Relief duty in loss to Alabama Van Buren was 5-for-11 passing for 52 yards during Saturday's 20-9 loss against Alabama. He also had six rushes for one yard.

Impact After starting quarterback Garrett Nussmeier couldn't muster up anything for the LSU offense, the Tigers turned to Van Buren to try to create a spark. Unfortunately Van Buren wasn't able to give the Tigers what they were looking for as he failed to complete 50-percent of his passes and gave up a costly fumble in their own end of the field to seal the game.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Wilson delivers LSU QB update that has everyone guessing who will start next week Possible LSU QB battle brewing between Garrett Nussmeier and Michael Van Buren

NOVEMBER 9 • DEATHVALLEYVOICE.COM

Garrett Nussmeier vs Michael Van Buren: What the stats say about LSU football's QBs LSU made a change at QB on Saturday night. What did the stats say about Nussmeier's and Van Buren's outing?

NOVEMBER 9 • USATODAY.COM

Why LSU football decided to bench Garrett Nussmeier, play Michael Van Buren vs Alabama This is what went into LSU football interim head coach Frank Wilson's decision to bench Garrett Nussmeier and turn to Michael Van Buren at A...

NOVEMBER 9 • THEADVERTISER.COM

LSU Interim Coach Explains Why He Benched Garrett Nussmeier During Loss to Alabama Michael Van Buren Jr. came in for Garrett Nussmeier after his benching.

NOVEMBER 9 • SI.COM

Get stats for LSU football quarterback Michael Van Buren against Alabama in Week 11 here With LSU football playing two quarterbacks Saturday night against Alabama, here's how Michael Van Buren fared for the Tigers.

NOVEMBER 9 • THEADVERTISER.COM

Stifling defense gives No. 4 Alabama its 8th straight win, 20-9 over LSU

No. 4 Alabama delivered its best defensive effort in Southeastern Conference play this season and beat LSU 20-9 on Saturday night

NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Who is Michael Van Buren? LSU backup QB comes in for Garrett Nussmeier vs Alabama Who is Michael Van Buren? The LSU backup QB entered the game vs. Alabama after the Tigers benched their starter, Garrett Nussmeier.

NOVEMBER 9 • USATODAY.COM

LSU Tigers Make Quarterback Change, Garrett Nussmeier Benched For Michael Van Buren The LSU Tigers have made a quarterback change in Tuscaloosa amid a 17-6 deficit to the Alabama Crimson Tide in Week 11. LSU interim coach Fr...

NOVEMBER 9 • SI.COM

With a playoff spot in sight and LSU visiting, No. 4 Alabama looks to 'finish it out'

No. 4 Alabama stumbled last November with a College Football Playoff spot within reach

NOVEMBER 6 • Associated Press

Made an appearance in blow out loss Van Buren completed 3 of 4 passes for 50 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 49-25 loss to Texas A&M. He also had five rushes for seven yards.

Impact Van Buren came in after starter Garrett Nussmeier struggled mightily through out the day eventually leading to a benching. Van Buren did a solid job in his brief appearance completing 75% of his passes and slinging a touchdown.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

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