Breaking News: An Open Letter from Justin Jefferson to Ja’Marr Chase and the Entire LSU Tigers Community That Will Leave You Speechless
Dear Ja’Marr, Coach O, the LSU family, and all my brothers who ever wore the purple and gold,
I’ve been thinking about this for a while now, and today just feels like the right time to say it. I owe a lot of who I am—not just as an NFL player, but as a man—to LSU. This letter is about gratitude, brotherhood, and a bond that’ll never break no matter where life takes us.
Ja’Marr, bro, you already know what it is. From those nights grinding in the weight room to the big plays on Saturdays, we pushed each other beyond limits. We didn’t just play—we made history together. That 2019 season? Legendary. We weren’t just teammates, we were family. You made me better. And I see what you’re doing in the league now—straight domination. You’re carrying the LSU legacy with pride and showing the world exactly what we’re made of.
To the current Tigers—every wide receiver, cornerback, running back, lineman grinding day in and day out: I see you. And I want you to know, your time is coming. Wear that jersey with pride because it’s more than just a jersey. It’s tradition. It’s the echoes of Death Valley on a Saturday night. It’s the pride of a state that lives and breathes football. It’s knowing that you’re walking the same halls legends once did.
To Coach O and every coach who believed in me—even when I was overlooked—thank you. Y’all saw something in me before the world did. I came in as an underrated recruit. I left as a national champion. That doesn’t happen without belief, hard work, and one hell of a system built on grit and love.
But this letter isn’t just about football. It’s about life. It’s about brotherhood. The LSU bond runs deeper than touchdowns and trophies. It’s in how we show up for each other, on and off the field. It’s in how we support Baton Rouge, how we carry ourselves in the league, how we come back to give back.
Ja’Marr, let’s keep inspiring the next generation. Let’s keep showing young Tigers that dreams are real if you’re willing to chase them. Let’s remind them that we came from the same locker rooms, the same practices, and made it to the biggest stage—not just because of talent, but because of heart.
To LSU—forever my home, my heart, my foundation—thank you. Y’all gave me everything. And I promise to keep repping you with pride, every snap, every step of the way.
