a ball-hawking, starting-caliber safety for Mississippi State
Manning projects as a useful Mississippi State defensive back because he already has a reputation for making plays on the ball, highlighted by a recent interception while playing for Old Dominion and an 85 overall rating in EA Sports College Football 26, which points to strong national recognition as an impact safety. [1][2] At 5'10", he looks like a shorter, quick-trigger free safety who fits best in an aggressive secondary that values range, instincts, and turnover potential over pure size. [2] The available data is limited, but the profile suggests a player worth caring about if you want a safety who can create disruption, not just clean up tackles. [1][2]
