LSU Fans Boo Jayden Daniels During Tribute

LSU fans loudly booed former Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels during a video tribute at Tiger Stadium on Saturday, September 5, 2026, during the team's game against Clemson. The reaction from the crowd marked a stark shift in sentiment following a dispute over the use of Daniels' name, image, and likeness by the university. The controversy stems from a cease-and-desist letter sent by Daniels' legal team to LSU in August 2026. The letter demanded that the university stop using Daniels' name, image, and likeness, reportedly in response to LSU allowing current cornerback DJ Pickett to wear Daniels' former No. 5 jersey. Daniels, who led LSU to a national championship and won the Heisman Trophy in 2023, had worn No. 5 during his two seasons with the Tigers. Pickett, a sophomore, has stated he was promised the number. As a consequence of the legal action, Daniels was notably absent from an "NFLSU" video montage shown before the game, which typically highlights former LSU players currently in the NFL. However, Daniels' name and image later appeared in a separate video segment during the game, prompting a chorus of boos from the approximately 100,000 fans in attendance.