# NFL player impersonation and romance scam prosecution

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> Updated: 2026-09-06T23:32:21.000Z. Sources: 52. Developments: 3.

Federal authorities have charged Daejon Love, 35, and Taylor Jamie Chan, 18, with conspiracy and wire fraud following an alleged multi-year romance and investment scam. Prosecutors allege that Love impersonated a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver and a wealthy real estate investor to defraud at least 26 women across California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. The scheme reportedly began in February 2022 and continued through 2026. Love allegedly used dating apps to establish romantic relationships and used social media to project a lavish lifestyle, including photos in 49ers gear and training videos. He also reportedly claimed connections to prominent NFL players and asserted his family was among the wealthiest in Switzerland. Chan allegedly posed as a financial adviser to facilitate fraudulent investment opportunities, reportedly using three-way FaceTime calls to show victims falsified investment gains. Some victims reportedly took out personal loans to participate in the sham investments. Total losses are estimated to be between $1.3 million and $1.8 million. Investigators noted that Love’s digital footprint was so extensive that Google’s AI-generated search summaries occasionally identified him as a legitimate NFL player, which helped bolster the credibility of the fraud when victims attempted to verify his identity. Following their arrest at the Boise Airport in Idaho, federal prosecutors have argued for Love to remain in custody, citing him as a “serious flight risk” due to his lack of a stable address and extensive multi-state travel. Public scrutiny has intensified as the impersonation gained traction on social media. Leonard Hankerson, a wide receivers coach for the 49ers, reportedly posted a satirical message on Instagram regarding the matter. Additionally, a social media user released Snapchat videos purportedly sent by Love, which show him making false claims regarding his wealth, business dealings, and personal background.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-06: Oregon man accused of $1.3M NFL impersonation scam

Daejon Labrayae Love and Taylor Jamie Chan are accused of scamming 26 women out of $1.3 million by impersonating an NFL player, a persona reinforced by AI-generated search summaries.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/oregon-man-accused-of-13m-nfl-impersonation-scam

### 2026-08-30: Daejon Love arrested for allegedly defrauding women while posing as NFL player

Daejon Love and Taylor Jamie Chan face federal charges for allegedly defrauding 26 women of over $1.3 million by posing as an NFL player and wealthy investor through dating apps and fake investments.

31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daejon-love-arrested-for-allegedly-posing-as-san-francisco-49ers-player-in-multi-million-dollar-scam

### 2026-08-28: Daejon Love charged in $1.3M NFL player impersonation scam

Daejon Labrayae Love and Taylor Jamie Chan face federal charges for allegedly defrauding 26 women of $1.3 million by posing as an NFL player and a financial adviser in a romance and investment scam.

31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daejon-labrayae-love-charged-in-13-million-nfl-impersonation-scam

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