James Maxell Mitchell, a tight end with the Detroit Lions of the National Football League, was born on August 11, 1999. (NFL). In college, he played football at Virginia Tech.
Mitchell attended Union High School while growing up in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Despite receiving offers from Duke and Georgia, he decided to play collegiate football for Virginia Tech.
As a freshman, Mitchell participated in 13 games, mostly on special teams. As a sophomore, he was promoted to the starting lineup and hauled in 21 catches for 361 yards and two scores. In his junior year, Mitchell had 26 receptions for 435 yards and four touchdowns. Mitchell elected to finish his senior year at Virginia Tech rather than declare for the 2021 NFL Draft.
Contract
James Mitchell agreed to a four-year, $3,902,552 deal with the Detroit Lions, which included a $242,552 signing bonus, $242,552 in guarantees,
Salary per year
A $975,638 average annual salary.
Net worth
James Mitchell has a $1 million net worth.
