Daniels objects to LSU allowing Pickett to wear his No. 5 jersey
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:55 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Jayden Daniels, the Commanders quarterback, expressed his displeasure with LSU after the university permitted DJ Pickett to don his previous No. 5 jersey. Daniels stated he felt 'profoundly disrespected' by this decision. Following this incident, he informed LSU that it could no longer use his name, image, and likeness. The situation raises questions about player rights and the management of jersey numbers within college programs.
- •Jayden Daniels informed LSU it can no longer use his likeness.
- •Daniels felt disrespected by LSU's move to allow Pickett to wear No. 5.
- •The incident underscores tensions regarding player branding in college football.
- 4:36 AMESPN — Daniels miffed over LSU giving Pickett his No. 5
"Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels informed LSU it can no longer use his name, image and likeness and said he felt "profoundly disrespected" after LSU allowed cornerback DJ Pickett to wear his former No. 5 jersey.
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