Jan 10, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) walks off the field after an NFC Wild Card Round game against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
Fake 49ers Player Invoked Jordan Love and Tyreek Hill in Massive $1.3M Scam 1
A scammer named Daejon Labrayae Love and his alleged accomplice Taylor Jamie Chan are accused of running a $1.3 million investment scam that targeted roughly 26 women, mainly in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California.
What’s interesting is what he pretended to be. He was successful at selling his fake identity as a San Francisco 49ers player and somehow also dragged Jordan Love‘s name in his tactics scamming women.
Fraud Scammed Women Pretending to be Jordan Love’s Relative
Daejon Labrayae Love met most victims on dating apps. He built trust by claiming to be an NFL player, then pushed “investment” opportunities. Chan posed as his financial adviser to make the pitches look legitimate.
Victims were persuaded to send money for supposed investments. In one documented case, a woman sent $17,200 and never received any confirmation or returns. When she asked questions, Love stopped communicating.
Sep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A San Francisco 49ers helmet sits idle during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn ImagesSep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A San Francisco 49ers helmet sits idle during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Sep 15, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; A San Francisco 49ers helmet sits idle during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
“Once victims had no more money to invest, or if they asked too many questions, Love blocked communication with them, but kept their money. Of the victims identified and interviewed, none reported receiving any proceeds, returns on their principle, or investment account information, after sending Love and Chan money,” United States Attorney’s Office, District of Oregano stated.
He repeatedly posed as a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver. He told victims that after training with other NFL players he received tryout invitations from multiple teams, and that the 49ers offered him the best deal and the most money. He claimed to be a relative of Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love. After going on a date and asking about her finances, he used that story to get her to send him the $17,200.
He used a video in which he claimed friendships and off-season workouts with stars including Tyreek Hill, Antonio Brown, and John Brown to further bolster his credibility. None of these real NFL players were involved, their names were simply used to make the scam more convincing.
Possible Penalties The Fraudsters Might Face
The maximum penalty for federal wire fraud is up to 20 years in prison per count. Because Love ran this operation over several years and targeted at least 26 women, he could face multiple counts, stacking up his potential prison time.
Federal law mandates that convicted fraudsters pay back 100% of the proven financial losses ($1.3 million) to the 26+ victims. Restitution orders remain active for decades after prison release. Federal agents will also seize any assets, cash, vehicle, or electronics acquired through the scam proceeds including the cash, custom 49ers gear, and luxury items seized at his Boise Airbnb.
Prosecutors will also push for extra prison time because he targeted dozens of victims, used fake apps to pull off the scheme, and acted as the mastermind behind the operation. Legal experts estimate his sentencing range will likely fall between 5 to 10 years in federal prison.
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