During the majority of his career, he split playing time at LSU with running backs Joseph Addai and Justin Vincent.
[5] In the tenth game of the 2004 season, in a 27–24 win over Ole Miss, Broussard rushed for 250 yards on 26 carries and had three touchdowns.
[9][10] He suffered a knee injury during fall practice the following year,[11] which kept him out for the entire 2005 season after a setback due to an infection after surgery.
[12] He received a medical redshirt allowing him an extra year of college football eligibility.
[15] Broussard left the LSU football team during the summer before the 2007 season, stating "My heart is no longer in it.
"[18] In March 2008, Broussard was allowed to attend LSU's pro day in preparation for the 2008 NFL draft.