CAREER
Played in two games during his LSU career ... Finished career with one tackle and a sack ... Graduated in August of 2006 with a degree in general studies ... Did not play football as a senior.

JUNIOR SEASON (2005)
Played in one game ... Saw action in win over North Texas.

SOPHOMORE SEASON (2004)
Played in one game ... Saw action on four plays against Arkansas State ... Recorded 1 tackle in LSU's win over Arkansas State.

REDSHIRT FRESHMAN SEASON (2003)
Did not see any game action for the Tigers as a redshirt freshman.

FRESHMAN SEASON (2002)
Redshirted as a true freshman in 2002.

HIGH SCHOOL
First-team 3A all-state as a defensive end after recording 90 tackles, including 56 solo, and 6 sacks as a senior ... Also added 8 tackles for loss, 8 deflected passes and 1 fumble recovery in leading Jennings to the quarterfinals of the 3A state playoffs ... Rated as the nation's No. 18 defensive end prospect by Rivals.com ... Member of the Baton Rouge Advocate Super Dozen and the New Orleans Times-Picayune Blue-Chip Top 15 for Louisiana ... First-team all-district and MVP of the parish ... Named All-Southwestern Louisiana ... Rushed for 4 short-yardage touchdowns from the fullback position ... Member of the Jennings basketball team ... Coached by Rusty Phelps.

PERSONAL
Born Oct. 24, 1983, in Jennings ... Parents are Alonzo and Theresa Manuel ... Majoring in general studies ... Hobbies include shooting pool and installing car audio equipment.

Manuel's Career Highs
Tackles: 1 vs. Arkansas State, 2004
Tackles for loss: 1 vs. Arkansas State, 2004