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Nussmeier knee tendinitis clarified

LSU QB Garrett Nussmeier has tendinitis in the knee, not a torn or major injury, per coach Brian Kelly.

August 8, 2025 at 05:26 PM
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LSU coach Brian Kelly says Garrett Nussmeier has tendinitis in the knee and downplays the seriousness amid social media chatter.

LSU Quarterback Nussmeier Diagnosed with Tendinitis Amid Knee Injury Speculation

LSU coach Brian Kelly called Garrett Nussmeier’s knee issue tendinitis on Friday, emphasizing it is preexisting and not serious. He said there is no torn tissue or fraying and that the flare up was minor, adding that the situation has nothing to do with film or performance. The comments came after unverified rumors circulated on social media about a major injury.

Key Takeaways

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The knee issue is tendinitis, not a tear or major damage
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Social media chatter preceded a formal medical update
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Nussmeier started last season and shows solid accuracy and production
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LSU enters the season with high preseason expectations
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Health news can influence team morale and public perception
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The program must balance transparency with privacy in athlete health
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The season start will test how health information shapes narrative around LSU

"It's not torn, there's no fraying, there's none of that. This is preexisting."

Kelly on the knee issue

"There's nothing to really see on film with it, but it pissed it off. He aggravated it a little bit, but he's good to go."

Description of the injury's severity

"It's not a serious injury. Guys are dealing with tendinitis virtually every day in life."

Kelly's assessment of severity

The episode highlights how online chatter can outpace medical updates in college football. Clear, steady communication helps protect a player's health and the program, but rumors can still influence fan expectations and locker room dynamics. As LSU eyes a competitive season, the health narrative will matter as much as on field ability.

Highlights

  • Social rumors travel faster than medical notes
  • Health is a day by day thing in college football
  • Facts beat chatter in fall camp
  • A knee flare can become a major headline

Public reaction to injury rumors risks misinformation

Unverified chatter about a player's health can mislead fans and complicate team communication. The university may face added scrutiny from fans and media.

Health reporting will continue to influence how teams manage expectations this season.

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