“Probably His Mom”: Jayden Daniels Draws Criticism After Commanders’ QB Issues Legal Notice to LSU

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels once wore No. 5 at LSU, but the program has since allowed cornerback DJ Pickett to wear it. On August 5, Daniels took action by sending a legal notice to the program to refrain from using his name, image, and likeness, according to ESPN.

After Daniels’ attorney sent the letter, former NFL tackle Geoff Schwartz took to social media to share his opinion.

“Whoever gave him this advice,” Schwartz wrote with a GIF of television host Jimmy Fallon booing. “(It was probably his mom).”

According to Schwartz, sending the notice was a mistake. If enforced, it could force LSU to relinquish his NIL rights, meaning the university would stop promoting or displaying his historic Heisman-winning season.

Although the letter came from his attorneys, Daniels is managed by his mother, Regina Jackson. The QB’s camp expressed deep disappointment over LSU’s decision.

“The Daniels family is deeply disappointed and feels profoundly disrespected by LSU’s decision to give Jayden’s number to another player,” the statement from Daniels’ spokesperson said, per ESPN. “Jayden and his family had every reason to believe that his number would remain a meaningful part of his LSU legacy and would be honored and protected in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to the university.”

Pickett used to wear No. 3, but No. 5 will now be worn for the first time since 2023. That year, Daniels won the Heisman Trophy, becoming just the third player in LSU history to capture the award alongside Joe Burrow and Billy Cannon.

This story is developing; stay tuned!

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