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Lane Kiffin honors recruiting promise to DJ Pickett by allowing jersey switch

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:56 AM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Lane Kiffin honors recruiting promise to DJ Pickett by allowing jersey switch
Summary

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin confirmed that sophomore cornerback DJ Pickett will wear No. 5 this season, a decision rooted in a commitment made by the previous coaching staff under Brian Kelly. Kiffin stated he had no choice but to uphold this promise made during Pickett's recruitment. The number had not been worn since Jayden Daniels left LSU, and Pickett plans to wear it in honor of his brother. This decision has raised eyebrows among LSU fans, given the significance of the jersey.

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  • •DJ Pickett switches jersey from No. 3 to No. 5 for this season.
  • •Kiffin explained the decision was based on a prior promise made in recruiting.
  • •The No. 5 jersey was previously untouched since Jayden Daniels departed.
  • •Pickett aims to honor his brother by wearing the number.
  • •Kiffin emphasizes honoring commitments made by the previous coaching staff.
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  • 2:56 AMYahoo Sports — “It Was Promised”: Lane Kiffin Forced to Break LSU Tradition for Sophomore Star Because of Brian Kelly's Staff
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LSU’s No. 5 has barely been touched since Jayden Daniels walked out of Baton Rouge with a Heisman Trophy and into the NFL.

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