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Rookie Rivals: LSU Duo Dominate NFL Airwaves
1 Aug
Summary
- LSU teammates Brian Thomas Jr. and Malik Nabers excel as NFL rookies
- Debate rages on about which receiver is better between the two
- Friendly competition drives them to compete at the highest level
In the 2024 NFL Draft, the Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Giants each selected a standout wide receiver from LSU, setting the stage for an intriguing rivalry. Brian Thomas Jr., drafted by the Jaguars, and Malik Nabers, picked by the Giants, were once dominant teammates in college, and their success has continued into the professional ranks.
As rookies, both players have made significant impacts on their respective teams. Thomas caught 87 passes for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns, while Nabers hauled in 109 passes for 1,204 yards and seven touchdowns. The production of the two young wideouts has been nearly identical, sparking an ongoing debate among fans about which player is the better of the two.
However, the competition between Thomas and Nabers remains friendly, with the former explaining that they constantly push each other to excel. "When we were together at LSU practicing, we were competing at the highest level whether it was seeing who wins the most one-on-ones, just little things like that," Thomas said. "We just always find a way to compete."
As the two continue to grow into high-end playmakers, their friendly rivalry is sure to captivate fans for years to come.
