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Following his name change from Chad Johnson to Chad Ocho Cinco in August of 2008, the NFL wide receiver has been in talks with the league and Reebok to officially change his name on his jersey. In October of 2008, Ocho Cinco announced that he would keep Johnson on his jersey through the 2008-2009 season as the cost to change mid-season would be too high.ESPN.com: Ocho Cinco to Stick with Old Jersey for Rest of Season
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Fast Facts
- Formerly known as Chad Johnson
- Official name is now Chad Javon Ocho Cinco
- Made the name change in Broward County, Florida
- Ocho Cinco reportedly receives 10% of jersey salesCincy Jungle: Meet Chad Javon Ocho Cinco
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Officially Ocho Cinco
The Cincinnati Bengals announced that the jersey of wide receiver Chad Ocho Cinco, formerly known as Chad Johnson, will read "Ocho Cinco" on the back to reflect the player's name change. Ocho Cinco's number is 85. The jersey name change is the beginning of a process that will eventually lead to changes to all references for the star player, including club business such as web sites and legal documents. The jersey was expected to be available for purchase at the Paul Brown Stadium pro shop and other retailers after the start of the 2008-2009 National Football League season.Bengals.com:Ocho Cinco unveiled; Willie too?Due to a financial agreement with his jersey manufacturer Reebok, Ocho Cinco is unable to change his jersey name from "Johnson". The difficulty stems from licensing issues, since Reebok has produced a substantial number of jerseys with the name Johnson on the back, he must reimburse the cost if he wishes to change his name. The cost for Chad Ocho Cinco to change his name on his jersey looks to be potentially in the neighborhood of $500,000.Profootball Talk.com: Johnson looking at a half million price tag to become Ocho Cinco?
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"At the latest, we're hoping Thursday. We think it's going to be a big seller because Chad has gone by that name for awhile."--Monty Montague, Bengals merchandise managerBengals.com:Ocho Cinco unveiled; Willie too?"Effective today, the Bengals begin the process of listing the former Chad Johnson as Chad Ocho Cinco for all club business, per the legal change of his surname effected in Florida. The list of appropriate changes will include the player wearing the name Ocho Cinco on the back of his jersey for Sunday's season opener at Baltimore."--Cincinnati Bengals press releaseBengals.com:Ocho Cinco unveiled; Willie too?
"It's his legal surname."--Greg AielloBengals.com:Ocho Cinco unveiled; Willie too? NFL League spokesperson
"It's something I don't think anyone has ever done before. Have I ever had a reason for why I do what I do? I'm having fun."--Chad Ocho CincoBengals.com: Ocho Cinco 2.0
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The National Post: Bengasl WR changes name to Ocho Cinco
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Bengals looked STRONG! WHO DEY?! Time to take off the Ocho Cinco jersey and put on the Cowboys gear and get ready for Sunday Night Football.
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Lmao @ogochocinco with ocho cinco on his jersey in the game ...the bengals r wild lol
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@rtoro20 hey text ocho and tell him we got a new ocho cinco jersey he can get if he signs my mini helmet that he's already signed once
@mjaydasmomma | November 07, 2009 09:16 PM
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