Fake NFL Player Daejon Love, Accomplice Charged in USD 1.3 Million Investment Scam
Daejon Labrayae Love, 35, and Taylor Jamie Chan, 18, have been charged in a $1.3 million romance and investment scam where Love faked an NFL career with the San Francisco 49ers. The duo defrauded at least 26 women across multiple states, using social media and fictitious investments. They were arrested on August 24, 2026, facing federal wire fraud charges.
A man claiming to be a San Francisco 49ers player, Daejon Labrayae Love, 35, along with his alleged accomplice, Taylor Jamie Chan, 18, have been federally charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud. The pair is accused of orchestrating a sophisticated scheme that swindled at least 26 women out of roughly $1.3 million over more than four years. The arrests took place on August 24, 2026, at Boise Airport, Idaho, with Love reportedly traveling to meet new victims. NFL Cuts: Full List of Players Released Ahead of 2026 Season.
The Elaborate Deception
Love meticulously crafted a false persona on social media, primarily Instagram and dating apps, portraying himself as a successful NFL player for the San Francisco 49ers or a wealthy real estate investor. His online presence featured a lavish lifestyle with jewelry and cars, alongside motivational speeches, amassing over 6,000 followers—a notable but not mainstream following that helped avoid exposure. He further reinforced his claims by posting photos in 49ers gear, sharing clips from the team's 2024 Super Bowl run as if he were present, and even displaying a fake Google AI search result confirming his fabricated NFL status.
The scheme, which began in February 2022, saw Love meeting women through dating apps and developing what he convinced them were sincere romantic relationships. Once trust was established, he would pitch fictitious investment opportunities, promising massive returns. To bolster the illusion, Taylor Jamie Chan, 18, allegedly posed as Love's financial advisor, participating in calls and exchanging fake investment-related messages with victims to legitimize the nonexistent ventures. Love also used various aliases, including Jon Love, Avril Lyto Love, and Jordan Love, which further complicated attempts by victims to verify his identity.
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Charges and Victims
The U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon has laid out the charges, stating that Love and Chan created bogus investments to defraud numerous women across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California. According to court documents, Love would block communication with victims who ran out of money or asked too many questions, retaining all funds invested. Financial records indicate that Love and Chan collectively received approximately $1.3 million from their victim-investors. While 26 victims have been identified so far, the FBI believes there are many more who have yet to come forward. The 49ers organization has confirmed that Love has no affiliation with the team or the NFL. US President Donald Trump Names New England Patriots, New York Giants, and Los Angeles Rams as Top Super Bowl Contenders.
Warning to Fans
This case highlights a disturbing trend, as internet reports suggest Love is not the only individual running such a scam. Law enforcement urges caution, advising individuals, particularly women, to thoroughly verify the claims of anyone purporting to be an NFL player or a wealthy investor before engaging in any financial transactions. Always confirm a player's presence on an official game-day roster before committing funds or trust.
The investigation continues, with federal authorities working to identify additional victims and prosecute those involved in these elaborate fraud schemes.
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