Daniels Demands Heisman Back | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 13, 2026 · 1m

Jayden Daniels, the Heisman winner now with the Commanders, is demanding his replica trophy back from LSU after the school let current player DJ Pickett wear his iconic number five jersey — a move Daniels says deeply disrespected him. His camp escalated the issue by sending a cease-and-desist letter to LSU’s athletic director, demanding they stop using his name, image, and likeness for promotions. LSU refuses to return the trophy, citing coach Lane Kiffin’s promise to Pickett during recruitment — a claim Daniels finds unacceptable. This high-stakes NIL showdown underscores how college…