Mitchell, the second-round pick of the Colts, has signed his four-year rookie contract with Indianapolis. He is the ninth player in the team’s class to sign his contract. While at Texas, Mitchell displayed impressive stats with 93 catches for 1,405 yards and 18 touchdowns in just 35 games. Despite projections that he might be selected higher in the draft, Mitchell ended up being chosen 52nd overall by the Colts.
Colts General Manager Chris Ballard dismissed rumors questioning Mitchell’s attitude as “bullshit.” Mitchell himself expressed some disappointment in his draft position and chose to wear number 10 as motivation due to the ten receivers drafted ahead of him this year. It is clear that Mitchell is using these perceptions as fuel to prove himself in the NFL. Ballard may end up being pleasantly surprised by Mitchell’s performance on the field for Indianapolis when he officially takes his place on the team’s roster.