Mississippi State kicks off the season at home against South Alabama at 11 a.m. CT.
Mississippi State reportedly plans to sit three players for the opener against South Alabama.
This according to Michael Bonner of the Clarion Ledger:
Suspensions: Nick James and Jeffery Simmons, Malik Dear. OUT: Will Coleman, Cedric Jiles and Tolando Cleveland.
— Michael Bonner (@michaelbbonner) September 3, 2016
Although true freshman Jeffery Simmons’ suspension has been known for some time – stemming from his notorious off-the-field incident – senior defensive lineman Nick James and sophomore receiver Malik Dear will now be joining him on the sidelines for the South Alabama game.
James made 10 starts in 2015 but was recently arrested for public intoxication.
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