Lane Kiffin stands by D.J. Pickett wearing the No. 5 of former LSU QB Jayden Daniels
Summary
LSU football coach Lane Kiffin supports cornerback D.J. Pickett wearing the No. 5 jersey previously worn by former LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels, despite Daniels’ objections. Daniels, now with the Washington Commanders, has sent a legal letter asking LSU to stop using his name and image for promotion, but he remains focused on his NFL career.Key Facts
- D.J. Pickett is wearing the No. 5 jersey at LSU, a number previously worn by Jayden Daniels in 2023.
- Lane Kiffin says Pickett was promised No. 5 when he signed with LSU and supports him keeping it.
- Jayden Daniels won the 2023 Heisman Trophy and was drafted second overall by Washington Commanders in 2024.
- Daniels’ lawyer sent LSU a cease-and-desist letter to stop using Daniels’ name, image, or likeness.
- LSU removed replica Jayden Daniels jerseys from its online store.
- Pickett has worn No. 5 since August 2026 but wore No. 3 as a freshman in 2025.
- LSU policy only permanently retires the No. 20 jersey, worn by Billy Cannon.
- LSU officials have not made official comments on the jersey dispute.
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