LSU Corner Responds to Jayden Daniels' Number Critique
Louisiana State University cornerback D.J. Pickett reveals that he has no intention of relinquishing the number 5.
Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has filed a cease and desist letter to his former school LSU, requesting they cease using his name, image, and likeness (NIL) after another athlete wore his former jersey number. This came into light on Wednesday, August 12, with the current holder of the jersey - cornerback D.J. Pickett - refusing to give up the number.
Pickett, who has worn the No. 5 since his youth, stated he has no plans to change it despite Daniels' pushback. Pickett, a first athlete since Daniels to wear the number, said he "was promised" the jersey by LSU and wishes Daniels well. The university could face a decision to accommodate Pickett or honor the original promise to Daniels.
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