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Lydell Mitchell
Lydell Mitchell is a former running back out of Penn State, selected by the Baltimore Colts with the 48th overall pick (round 2) in the 1972 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Baltimore Colts, San Diego Chargers and Los Angeles Rams.
Draft Details
Lydell Mitchell Career Stats
- 2× Second-team All-Pro (1976, 1977)
- 3× Pro Bowl (1975–1977)
- 2× NFL receptions leader (1974, 1977)
- First-team All-American (1971)
- First-team All-East (1971)
Career Totals
| Games played | Starts | Rushing yards | Rushing touchdowns | Receptions | Receiving yards | Receiving touchdowns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 84 | 6,534 (3.9 average) | 30 | 376 | 3,203 | 17 |
Career History
- Baltimore Colts (1972–1977)
- San Diego Chargers (1978–1979)
- Los Angeles Rams (1980)
Born: Salem, New Jersey, U.S. · Height: 5-11 · Weight: 204 lb
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| 1 | 5 |  DEN |
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| 1 | 7 |  GB |
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| 1 | 8 |  NO |
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| 1 | 10 |  MIN |
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