SUMMARY: Jimmy Bell Jr., a former Mississippi State basketball player, has joined the MSU football team for spring practice. He has one season of football eligibility left after his basketball eligibility expired. Bell, who is 6-foot-10 and 280 pounds, is expected to play as an offensive tackle, a position he played in high school. Despite only spending one season at Mississippi State, Bell showed promise on the basketball court, averaging five points and five rebounds per game. The coaching staff plans to support Bell's transition to football gradually, given his background in basketball. Bell expressed his desire to be part of the team, showing dedication and enthusiasm for this new opportunity.

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