LSU Alum Urges Jayden Daniels to ‘Let It Go’ Amid Jersey Controversy
Former LSU star Leonard Fournette said Jayden Daniels needs to move on from the controversy involving his No. 5 LSU jersey.
Former LSU star running back Leonard Fournette has advised Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels to "let it go" regarding the controversy surrounding Daniels' No. 5 LSU jersey. The issue arose when LSU allowed sophomore cornerback DJ Picketts to wear the same number this season. Daniels expressed his discomfort, stating that it felt disrespectful to him, given his 2023 Heisman Trophy-winning season.
Fournette, speaking on the 4th and South podcast, urged Daniels to move on, emphasizing that no player is bigger than the LSU brand. Fournette highlighted the historic nature of the No. 7 jersey, noting that only five LSU players have had their numbers retired: Billy Cannon, Tommy Casanova, Jerry Stovall, Charles Alexander and Bert Jones.
Fournette himself wore No. 7 during his time at LSU from 2014-16, and now-retired number was previously held by Jones, Peterson and Mathieu. He reflected on how the number represented his neighborhood and the choices made in the recruitment process. Fournette indicated that the same could potentially happen for Daniels' No. 5 in the future.
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