Ain’t nothing like brotherhood, and LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier just proved that once again. The Tigers’ QB1 had himself a busy Valentine’s Day, showing love in all directions—from his girl to his teammates. But one IG story hit different. It wasn’t just about roses and candlelight; it was about family. Nussmeier took a moment to give flowers to his partner in crime on his special day. And if you know LSU, you know the bond runs deep. But just how deep? Let’s talk about it.

On February 14th, while the world was locked into Valentine’s Day mode, Garrett Nussmeier had more than romance on his mind. Sure, he had his moment with his girl, but he also had one for his right-hand man. The LSU signal-caller hit Instagram to drop a birthday tribute to his guy, Zavion Thomas. He posted a pre-game hug of the two with the caption: “Happy Birthday Brody. Yk What it is. Love you family 4L ❤️‍🔥♾🤞🏻.” If you didn’t know any better, you’d think these 2 been running routes together since Pop Warner. Their chemistry is real, both on and off the field. And that kind of connection? That’s what wins championships.

Zavion Thomas, who transferred from Mississippi State ahead of the 2024 season, has been fitting in like he’s been in Baton Rouge his whole life. In his sophomore year at MSU, the wide-out put up 40 receptions for 503 yards and a touchdown, flashing major playmaking ability. His special teams game? Certified. Had a 94-yard kickoff return TD against Texas A&M, proving he’s got that game-changing juice. While his 2024 numbers at LSU weren’t earth-shattering (23 receptions, 218 yards, 2 TDs), the highlights hit different—like that 95-yard house call against Baylor and his Week 2 shuffle pass TD against Nicholls and that opening drive 5-yard tuddy against UCLA.

But this story ain’t just about the stats. It’s about the vibes, the energy, and the unbreakable brotherhood LSU keeps building. The Tigers aren’t just a football team—they’re a family. And Nussmeier leading the charge in celebrating his guy proves that bond is as strong as ever.

Garrett Nussmeier’s Valentine Special

Now, don’t get it twisted—Nussmeier wasn’t just out here spreading love to the squad. The man made sure to hold it down for his day-one queen, Ella Springfield. Staying in Baton Rouge for another season means they gotta go long distance, but that ain’t stopping them from flexing their love. Ella posted a sweet IG story: “Happy Valentines, I love you ❤️.”

Nussmeier? He reposted it with “My world 🌎. Happy Valentine, I love you” Short, but straight to the point. Then he stepped it up—took his girl out for that classic Louisiana-style feast—crawfish, corn, the whole spread. He captioned it, “My Forever Valentine.” And Ella? She re-shared it with a heart emoji—’cause real love doesn’t need paragraphs.

But hold up—his love wasn’t just for his girl and WR1. The man even made sure his big dawgs in the trenches got their props. LSU’s IG story dropped a gem: “I LOVE YOU AS MUCH AS NUSS LOVES THE O-LINE.” And of course, QB1 hit the repost. ‘Cause let’s be real, ain’t no QB alive doing numbers without his big-body protectors.

Garrett Nussmeier’s love for his squad ain’t just for social media. This man’s all in, locked and loaded for a crazy season ahead. After a 4,052-yard, 29-TD campaign in 2024 that barely missed the playoffs, Nussmeier is coming into 2025 with the best Heisman odds out there. The expectations? Through the roof. But you think he’s sweating? Nah.

With Zavion Thomas riding with him, a stacked WR core with Barion Brown, Aaron Anderson, and an O-line he clearly got love for, Nussmeier is going nuclear. And if this offseason energy tells us anything, it’s that LSU ain’t just coming for wins—they’re coming for LSU 2019 or LSU 2023 type of year with that offense. And when you got a squad rolling like that? The whole country better be on notice.