Mitchell was drafted by the Redskins in 1958 and played for them until 1962. During his time with the Redskins, he was a four-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the NFL's All-Pro team twice. He was also named the NFL's Most Valuable Player in 1962.
In 1962, Mitchell was traded to the Cleveland Browns, where he played for the next six seasons. During his time with the Browns, he was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and was named to the NFL's All-Pro team twice. He was also named the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year in 1965.
Mitchell was a prolific player who was able to make an impact on both offense and defense. He was a dynamic playmaker who could make plays with his feet and with his hands. He was a dangerous kick returner who could turn a game around with one big return.
Mitchell was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1983. He was also inducted into the Washington Redskins Ring of Fame in 1989. He is remembered as one of the greatest players in NFL history, and his legacy lives on in the NFL today.
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