The prestigious No. 18 has been awarded to LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier for the upcoming 2025 season. With the recognition, Nussmeier becomes the first quarterback to wear the No. 18 since Matt Mauck.
The Tradition
Garrett Nussmeier has been awarded the number 18 and becomes the first quarterback to wear it since Matt Mauck pic.twitter.com/3tcx1EL1EG— LSU Football (@LSUfootball) August 24, 2025The No. 18 has lived in LSU lore since Mauck led the Tigers to the BCS National Championship in 2003. Since then, the number is given to a player who embodies great leadership and the spirit of a winner.