STARKVILLE — Mississippi State football cornerback Emmanuel Forbes was selected by the Washington Commanders with the 16th pick in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Forbes, a Grenada, Mississippi, native spent three seasons with the Bulldogs – appearing in 35 games and recording 14 interceptions. MSU FOOTBALL:Tulu Griffin just one of the players impressive in Mississippi State football spring gameNEW LOOK:Why Will Rogers wants eyes on Mississippi State football's new offense under Zach ArnettRECRUITING:Jay Lindsey, Matthew Mayfield commit to Mississippi State football, coach Zach ArnettThe positivesOf those 14 interceptions, Forbes returned six for a touchdown – tying the all-time FBS record. With Mississippi State running a 3-3-5 defense and often bringing pressure, Forbes was forced into man coverage and thrived. Stefan Krajisnik is the Mississippi State beat writer for the Clarion Ledger.

Source: Forbes April 28, 2023 02:28 UTC