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Daniels Issues Cease-and-Desist Over LSU No. 5 Jersey

8/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Jayden Daniels sent a cease-and-desist to LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry on Aug. 5.
Daniels’ spokesperson said his family felt disappointed and disrespected after LSU assigned No. 5 to DJ Pickett.
LSU coach Lane Kiffin said the No. 5 jersey was promised to Pickett in recruiting and will be honored.
DJ Pickett said he will keep No. 5, noting the number was promised to him.

History

Historical Context

In December 1995 the NCAA penalized the University of Miami, stripping the Hurricanes of postseason eligibility and cutting 31 football scholarships through 1998 after a Pell-Grant and recruiting scandal. The program’s history of sanctions resurfaced in 2024 when LSU issued a cease-and-desist to quarterback Jayden Daniels over a promised No. 5 jersey, echoing past disputes that have prompted legal and compliance actions.

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Story summary

Jayden Daniels sent a cease-and-desist to LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry on Aug. 5.
Daniels’ spokesperson said his family felt disappointed and disrespected after LSU assigned No. 5 to DJ Pickett.
LSU coach Lane Kiffin said the No. 5 jersey was promised to Pickett in recruiting and will be honored.
DJ Pickett said he will keep No. 5, noting the number was promised to him.

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