Manning, Sylla not practicing with Mississippi State football team

Jahron Manning and Malick Sylla are present at Mississippi State's practice facility but are not participating in practices. Head coach Jeff Lebby indicated that both players are aiming to become eligible following a recent Colorado court ruling providing an extra year of eligibility for certain athletes. The athletes are awaiting the outcome of the NCAA's appeal against the ruling. Manning, who led the team in tackles last season, faces a complicated eligibility situation due to his prior participation in professional football activities. Sylla's case is simpler, as he has not signed a professional contract since playing at Texas A&M. Mississippi State's fall semester starts on August 19, and their season opener is scheduled against Louisiana-Monroe on September 5.

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