NFL Defensive Lineman; Ford Auto Dealer
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Key moments and achievements from James Mitchell's life.
James was born
· Virginia, USA
Draft
Mitchell was selected by the Detroit Lions in the third round, 71st overall, of the 1970 NFL Draft out of Virginia State University. He joined the team as a defensive end and defensive tackle at 6'3", 245 lbs.
Draft
Mitchell was selected by the Detroit Lions in the third round, 71st overall, of the 1970 NFL Draft out of Virginia State University. He joined the team as a defensive end and defensive tackle at 6'3", 245 lbs.
Playoff Appearance
As a rookie, Mitchell was part of the Lions squad that qualified for the postseason, the only playoff appearance the Detroit franchise would make during the entire decade of the 1970s.
Playoff Appearance
As a rookie, Mitchell was part of the Lions squad that qualified for the postseason, the only playoff appearance the Detroit franchise would make during the entire decade of the 1970s.
Season Record
Mitchell recorded a career-best five sacks during the 1972 NFL season, the standout statistical year of his eight-season career with Detroit.
Season Record
Mitchell recorded a career-best five sacks during the 1972 NFL season, the standout statistical year of his eight-season career with Detroit.
Retirement
Mitchell finished his professional football career after the 1977 season having appeared in 101 games, started 67, and accumulated 18 career sacks, 4 fumble recoveries, and 1 interception.
Retirement
Mitchell finished his professional football career after the 1977 season having appeared in 101 games, started 67, and accumulated 18 career sacks, 4 fumble recoveries, and 1 interception.
Career Transition
Following his retirement from professional football, Mitchell joined Ford Motor Company's dealer development program, a structured pathway that helped former NFL players transition into automotive entrepreneurship.
Career Transition
Following his retirement from professional football, Mitchell joined Ford Motor Company's dealer development program, a structured pathway that helped former NFL players transition into automotive entrepreneurship.
Business Founding
Mitchell established car dealerships in his home state of Virginia, building a second career in business that would span several decades and place him among a cohort of former Lions players who became successful automotive entrepreneurs.
Business Founding
Mitchell established car dealerships in his home state of Virginia, building a second career in business that would span several decades and place him among a cohort of former Lions players who became successful automotive entrepreneurs.
James Mitchell passed away
