Jayden Daniels Demands Number 5 Back | Texas News

Heisman winner Jayden Daniels is firing back at LSU after his old number five was given to sophomore cornerback DJ Pickett — a move Daniels and his family say disrespects his legacy. With his NIL deal expired, Daniels’ attorney demands LSU stop using his name, image, or likeness or face legal action. The school claims Pickett was promised the number during recruitment, with former coach Brian Kelly backing that up — though Daniels reportedly wasn’t ready to part with it then. This sparks debate over LSU’s number-retirement policy, especially since Joe Burrow’s iconic No. 9 remains unclaimed after his championship season. LSU hasn’t responded yet, leaving fans wondering how this drama will unfold for the player who went from Heisman hero to NFL draft pick. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ca00692aea1f5913