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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Louisiana State University (LSU) regarding the use of his name, image, and likeness. The action follows the university's decision to allow sophomore cornerback DJ Pickett to wear the No. 5 jersey, a number previously worn by Daniels during his Heisman Trophy-winning season in 2023. Daniels' family expressed disappointment, stating they believed the number would be protected as part of his legacy. LSU head coach Lane Kiffin confirmed Pickett had been promised the number during recruitment, noting that former coach Brian Kelly had previously withheld it due to Daniels' disapproval.
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Dispute centres on Louisiana State University’s decision to assign No. 5 to cornerback DJ Pickett, a number previously worn by Daniels during his Heisman Trophy-winning season.
Background
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Louisiana State University (LSU) regarding the use of his name, image, and likeness. The action follows the university's decision to allow sophomore cornerback DJ Pickett to wear the No. 5 je
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Key entities: Jayden Daniels, LSU, DJ Pickett, Washington Commanders, Lane Kiffin, Brian Kelly, Joe Burrow, Clemson.
Yahoo Sports | https://sports.yahoo.com/college-football/article/commanders-qb-jayden-daniels-sends-lsu-cease-and-desist-after-no-5-jersey-given-to-cb-dj-pickett-042757365.html | published 2026-08-13T04:27:57.000Z | primary source | ESPN | https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/4959