MICHAEL VAN BUREN JR. #11 - QUARTERBACK - LSU TIGERS
743  YDS  •
5  TD  •
2  INT 
#11 - QUARTERBACK - LSU TIGERS
743 YDS
5 TD
2 INT
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The Latest: BYU cracks the top 10 of the AP Top 25, LSU drops out

The AP Top 25 college football rankings are out
OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

AP Top 25 poll preview: Alabama edges South Carolina, Longhorns escape in OT, LSU could fall

Week 9 of college football has mainly seen the expected outcomes
OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press
LSU's Brian Kelly dismisses rumors of Michael Van Buren taking over at QB Brian Kelly isn’t entertaining a quarterback switch—despite Garrett Nussmeier’s struggles, Michael Van Buren won’t be starting for LSU anyti...
OCTOBER 2 • USATODAY.COM
12 early thoughts on Texas A&M's matchup with Mississippi State Mississippi State is a lot better than either myself or anyone else could have seen coming. They lost 38 transfers including starting quarte...
SEPTEMBER 29 • 247SPORTS.COM
Great day in relief duty Van Buren completed 10 of 12 passes for 122 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 56-10 win against Southeastern Louisiana. He also had four rushes for 16 yards with one touchd...
Impact Van Buren came in to relieve starter Garrett Nussmeier after the Tigers pulled away big in this one. Van Buren impressed during his game action 83-percent of his passes for over 10 yards per attempt.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Great day in relief duty Van Buren completed 10 of 12 passes for 122 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 56-10 win against Southeastern Louisiana. He also had four rushes for 16 yards with one touchd...
Impact Van Buren came in to relieve starter Garrett Nussmeier after the Tigers pulled away big in this one. Van Buren impressed during his game action 83-percent of his passes for over 10 yards per attempt.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nussmeier's four touchdowns lead No. 3 LSU to a dominant 56-10 win over Southeastern Louisiana

Garrett Nussmeier threw three touchdown passes and ran for a fourth and No. 3 LSU easily beat Southeastern Louisiana 56-10
SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press
Set to resume throwing Van Buren (hand) will resume throwing the football at practice for LSU on Wednesday, per Scott Rabalais of The Baton Rouge Advocate.
Impact Van Buren was spotted with a split on his right hand at LSU's practice Monday, but Tigers' head coach Brian Kelly spoke to reporters Tuesday and said that the backup quarterback jammed his finger but will throw the ball in practice Wednesday, meaning it's a very minor ailment for the Mississippi State transfer.
AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE
Injures throwing hand Van Buren injured his throwing hand, per Cory Diaz of the Lafayette Daily Advisor.
Impact Van Buren was reportedly spotted wearing a splint on his right hand at LSU's 16th practice of fall camp, one that covered his index and middle fingers. He dressed for practice but didn't participate in any throwing drills open to observation by the media. He's firmly locked into the backup role behind one of the nation's top returning QBs in Garrett Nussmeier, but if he isn't available for the start of the season, freshman Colin Hurley could assume that role.
AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE
Five things to know about LSU quarterback transfer Michael Van Buren LSU added a transfer QB on Sunday. Here’s a breakdown of LSU’s recent addition.
DECEMBER 16, 2024 • USATODAY.COM
Former Mississippi State QB Michael Van Buren Jr. transfers to LSU Former Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr.announced on social media Sunday that he is transferring to LSU.Van Buren, who has...
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
True Freshman QB Transfers to SEC College Football Program The LSU Tigers gained a transfer commitment from former Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr.
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
LSU Football Lands Commitment From Dynamic SEC Quarterback Michael Van Buren Brian Kelly and the LSU football staff have landed a commitment from Mississippi State transfer Michael Van Buren, he announced via social m...
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • SI.COM
Joining LSU Van Buren has committed to LSU, Hayes Fawcett of On3.com reports.
Impact Van Buren played in nine games as a true freshman with Mississippi State, completing 54.7 percent of his passes for 1,886 yards, 11 touchdowns and seven interceptions. The former three-star recruit figures to back up Garrett Nussmeier in 2025 before eventually competing for the starting job. Van Buren will have three seasons of eligibility remaining.
DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
One-time Oregon commit, Miss. State QB Michael Van Buren Jr. hits portal Mississippi State quarterback Michael Van Buren Jr.hit the transfer portal after one season in Starkville, igniting another likely string of...
DECEMBER 11, 2024 • SACBEE.COM
Michael Van Buren Enters the Transfer Portal: Could Jackson Arnold Be On the Way? With Michael Van Buren entering the transfer portal, what’s next for the Bulldogs’ quarterback depth chart?
DECEMBER 11, 2024 • SI.COM
Will seek new opportunity Van Buren has decided to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal, On3.com reports.
Impact Van Buren will look to move on from the Bulldogs after one season. The true freshman quarterback completed 140 of 256 passes for 1,886 yards, 11 touchdowns and seven interceptions across nine appearances this season.
DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Costly turnovers in loss Van Buren was 17-for-32 passing for 280 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions during Friday's 26-14 loss to Mississippi. He also had eight rushes for negative nine yards with...
Impact Van Buren went over 250 passing yards for the third time this season. The freshman quarterback completed 54.7 percent of his passes for 1,886 yards, 11 touchdowns and seven interceptions across nine appearances this season.
NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Modest production in loss Van Buren completed 16 of 28 passes for 191 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 39-20 loss against Missouri.
Impact Van Buren nearly eclipsed 200 yards while completing 57 percent of his passes. The freshman quarterback tossed his tenth passing touchdown of the season. He will face Ole Miss in Friday's matchup.
NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Rough outing in loss Van Buren completed 10 of 26 passes for 92 yards and one interception during Saturday's 33-14 defeat versus Tennessee. He also had eight rushes for negative nine yards.
Impact Van Buren completed less than 50 percent of his passes and was unable to reach 100 passing yards for the first time since taking over under center. The freshman quarterback will aim to bounce back against Missouri following the team's bye week.
NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Runs two scores in win Van Buren was 14-for-25 passing for 222 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-20 win over Massachusetts. He also had nine rushes for 14 yards with two touchdowns.
Impact Van Buren completed 56 percent of his passes but relied on his legs to find the end zone twice, including a 4-yard run in the second quarter. The true freshman quarterback will face the Vols on the road during Saturday's meeting.
NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Michael Van Buren Jr. accounts for three TDs, Mississippi St. beats UMass Michael Van Buren Jr. scored three total touchdowns and led Mississippi State back from an early deficit in a 45-20 win over Massachusetts....
NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • MASSLIVE.COM

Michael Van Buren Jr. accounts for 3 TDs, Mississippi St. beats UMass 45-20

Michael Van Buren Jr. scored three total touchdowns and led Mississippi State back from an early deficit in a 45-20 win over Massachusetts
NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • Associated Press
Throws over 300 in loss Van Buren completed 22 of 31 passes for 309 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions during Saturday's 58-25 defeat to Arkansas. He also had nine rushes for negative five yards...
Impact The true freshman quarterback has thrown for over 300 yards in two his last three outings while finding the end zone on eight occasions with four interceptions. Van Buren will face Massachusetts at home during Saturday's matchup.
OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Throws three touchdowns in loss Van Buren was 22-for-41 passing for 242 yards, three touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 34-24 loss versus Texas A&M. He also had nine rushes for negative one yard.
Impact Van Buren has thrown for six touchdowns and two interceptions across his last two outings. The true freshman quarterback will look to carry his momentum over to Saturday's game against Arkansas.
OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
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