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Lydell Mitchell

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Position: RB
Date of Birth: May 30, 1949
Height / Weight: 5'11" / 204 lbs
First Team: BAL (1972)
Last Team: LA (1980)

Running Back Stats

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Lydell Mitchell: Career Overview

Date of Birth: May 30, 1949
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career Teams

  • Baltimore Colts (BAL) - 1972 to 1975
  • San Diego Chargers (SD) - 1976 to 1979
  • Los Angeles Rams (LA) - 1980

Career Highlights and Accomplishments

  • College: Played college football at Penn State University, where he had a successful collegiate career, earning recognition as a talented running back.
  • Draft: Selected by the Baltimore Colts in the 1972 NFL Draft, showcasing his potential as a professional player.
  • Rookie Season: In his rookie season with the Colts, Mitchell rushed for over 600 yards, establishing himself as a formidable running back in the league.
  • Pro Bowl Selection: Earned a Pro Bowl selection in 1975, highlighting his status among the elite players at his position.
  • Notable Performance: Recorded several games with over 100 rushing yards, demonstrating his capability to be a key offensive player.
  • Versatility: Known for his ability to catch passes out of the backfield, contributing to his teams' passing game as well as the rushing attack.

Legacy

Lydell Mitchell is remembered as a talented running back who made significant contributions to the teams he played for during the 1970s and early 1980s. While perhaps not as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his skills on the field and his contributions to the game have left a lasting impact on those who followed his career.

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