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LSU Number Five Drama | Lake Charles News
LSU’s football program is in the middle of a heated jersey drama: current coach Lane Kiffin is letting cornerback D.J. Pickett wear the iconic number five — once worn by Heisman winner Jayden Daniels, now with the Washington Commanders. Daniels, reportedly upset, says he’s focused on his NFL camp but hopes the issue can be privately resolved, while his spokesperson calls the move disrespectful to his legacy. Pickett stands firm, saying he’s worn the number his whole life and was promised it. With LSU’s policy strictly protecting retired numbers — only Billy Cannon’s 20 is off-limits — and…
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