LSU QB becomes laughing stock of the sports world
FanSided • • sports
Key Points:
- Jayden Daniels, upset over LSU allowing sophomore cornerback DJ Pickett to wear his former No. 5 jersey, sent a cease and desist letter to the school to stop using his name, image, and likeness.
- While some support Daniels, citing respect for his legacy similar to Joe Burrow's No. 9 jersey not being reissued, most view the dispute as petty since LSU never officially retired the numbers.
- The situation quickly turned into a widespread meme, with various sports teams and brands humorously referencing the need to ask Daniels' permission before using the number 5.
- The viral jokes include MLB teams, Minor League Baseball, StubHub, country music sites, and football teams, all poking fun at Daniels' demand in creative ways.
- The controversy highlights the risks public figures face when making disputes public, as Daniels' conflict with LSU has damaged his reputation and become a source of ridicule.
