Few teams have a backup quarterback with 27 career starts and nearly 4,000 passing yards.
LSU does.
Following his reinstatement, senior quarterback Jordan Jefferson has returned as the No. 2 quarterback behind senior Jarrett Lee. Jefferson saw playing time against Kentucky only a few days after he practiced for the first time since August. But how LSU coach Les Miles will continue to use Jefferson remains uncertain. Junior center P.J. Lonergan said Miles has not yet told the team what Jefferson’s role will be.
“That all has to do with the coaches upstairs,” Lonergan said. “I’m glad I’m not in the position to make that decision because that’s a tough me.”
The two quarterbacks have grown accustomed to splitting duties. Though Jefferson started all 13 games in 2010, Lee saw action in 12 games, often entering for the third offensive series. Lee said this situation is different because he is the starter, but added that he and Jefferson can handle sharing time.
“It’s something that Jordan and I have done our whole career here,” Lee said. “We’ve switched out and in. Whatever it takes for us to win ball games, that’s what we’re going to defense.”
Jefferson brings a running threat to the offense, Shepard said. Jefferson did not attempt a pass against Kentucky but carried the ball four times for 29 yards and a one-yard touchdown.
“I fit in some great spots,” Jefferson said. “Coach is going to use me to my full abilities. Whenever I get my opportunity, I’m going to do whatever I