Mississippi State cornerback Emmanuel Forbes (13) returns an interception for a touchdown against Texas A&M during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Oct 1, 2022, in Starkville, Miss. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt) Vasha Hunt, AP
STARKVILLE — Mississippi State football defensive back Emmanuel Forbes is foregoing his senior season and has declared for the 2023 NFL Draft, he announced via social media Thursday night.
“Deciding to play for Mississippi State has been one of the best decisions I have ever made,” Forbes wrote. “I have grown off the field just as much as I have developed on it.”
Forbes did not announce anything regarding his status for MSU’s bowl game.
Forbes’ six interceptions this season are tied for the most in the nation. He returned three of those for touchdowns. Of his 14 career interceptions, six have been returned for touchdowns — an FBS record.
Forbes is a native of Grenada and attended Grenada High School, where he was a four-star prospect, according to the 247Sports Composite rankings.
This marks the second straight season MSU has had a corner forego his senior season for the NFL. Last season, Martin Emerson did so and was taken in the third round of the NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns.
Forbes’ decision comes amidst a successful week for MSU’s defense. Linebacker Nathaniel Watson and defensive linemen Jaden Crumedy, Nathan Pickering and Jordan Davis announced they’ll return next season for their final seasons of eligibility.
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