Jayden Daniels addresses where he has tried to improve entering season

Jayden Daniels is ready to take the leap. The LSU quarterback recently discussed his offseason improvements at the Manning Pass Academy.

“Consistency with some accuracy needs, deep down the field, intermediate,” Daniels said. “Being able to just hit those big plays on the run, give our receivers a chance because we have a lot of special talented around me.”

Daniels isn’t lying. The Tigers return all four scholarship running backs from last season and five wide receivers, including WR1 Malik Nabers. In his sophomore season, Nabers led the wide receiving core with 72 receptions for 1,017 yards.

Nonetheless, Nabers wasn’t the only Tiger who fans should expect to see more from this season. LSU also returns Brian Thomas Jr., who recorded 31 receptions for 361 yards and five touchdowns last season, as well.

Thomas stands out for his unmatched athletic ability. At 6-foot-4, Thomas gives opposing coaches headaches during game planning. Thomas isn’t the only massive Tiger out wide.

At 6-foot-3, 212 pounds, Kyren Lacy is a nightmare matchup. While Lacy only had 268 receiving yards last season, he is due for a significant step forward in LSU’s offense. All of these weapons, make Daniels one dangerous man behind center, especially with his humble attitude.

“I can always work on anything,” Daniels said. “Being more consistent with my feet, not missing any easy throws, being decisive, and really just go out there and giving my best shot to go make plays. Like I said, we have special talent out there around me, they’re hungry. They want to showcase what they can do at a very high level.”

This offseason is Daniels’ last to improve his collegiate game. Daniels is entering his fifth season and second year at LSU. The 6-foot-4 quarterback spent his first three seasons at Arizona State before joining the Tigers last season.

Daniels made the most of his new environment. Last season, the California native threw for 2,913 yards, 17 touchdowns, three interceptions and a 68.6% completion percentage. He also cranked out a career-high 885 yards and 11 rushing touchdowns.

Daniels’ time at the Manning Pass Academy was just another opportunity for him to improve his game. The results speak for themselves. The former Davey O’Brien Award Semifinalist was named as one of the top performers at the camp by On3.

Watch Daniels show off his hard work on Sept. 3, when LSU kicks off its season in style against the Florida State Seminoles.