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Melvin Mitchell
Melvin Mitchell is a former guard out of Tennessee State, selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 98th overall pick (round 4) in the 1976 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins and Minnesota Vikings.
Draft Details
Melvin Mitchell Career Stats
Career Totals
| Games played | Fumble recoveries |
|---|---|
| 34 | 1 |
Career History
- Miami Dolphins (1976–1977)
- Detroit Lions (1977)
- Miami Dolphins (1978)
- Minnesota Vikings (1980)
Born: Dallas, Texas, U.S. · Height: 6-3
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| 1 | 5 |  NE |
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| 1 | 6 |  NYJ |
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| 1 | 7 |  CLE |
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| 1 | 8 |  CHI |
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| 1 | 9 |  ATL |
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| 1 | 11 |  CIN |
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