Malick Sylla Season 2023

2024 (JUNIOR): Played in eight games ... Was in on a tackle in the win over McNeese Had five tackles, 3.0 for 18 yards lost and 2.0 sacks for 12 yards lost in the win over New Mexico State. 

2023 (SOPHOMORE): Played in all 13 games, making the start in the Texas Bowl against Oklahoma State ... Was in on a tackle in the season-opening win over New Mexico ... Made two tackles, including a solo sack for a 5-yard loss, in the win over ULM ... Had a tackle for a 2-yard loss against Auburn ... Made a pair of tackles in the win over Arkansas ... Had two tackles and a hurry at Tennessee ... Had three tackles at Ole Miss.

2022 (FRESHMAN): Played in all 12 games, primarily on special teams ... Tallied five tackles, including a solo sack for a 6-yard loss, and added a hurry against UMass ... Earned the Defensive Versatility award at the annual team banquet. 

HIGH SCHOOL: Coached by Gary Joseph at Katy High School ... A 4-star prospect according to all three major outlets ... 2022 Under Armour All-American ... As a senior, posted 55 tackles, 17.0 tackles for loss, 8.0 sacks, two forced fumbles and one interception ... Was a unanimous first-team all-district selection as a junior and helped lead Katy to the state championship ... As a sophomore, led Katy to a 12-1 record and the third round of the state playoffs.