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Freddie Lee Mitchell II (born November 28, 1978) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for four seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL).
- Growing Up in Florida
- Baseball Or Football?
- Mitchell Becomes A Bruin
- Mitchell Gains Momentum
- A Brief Return to Baseball
- “Hollywood” Thrives in Tinseltown
- Mitchell Skips His Senior Year
- Philly Selects Mitchell
- Growing Pains
- 2002
Freddie Lee Mitchell II was born on November 28, 1978, in Lakeland, Florida. Mitchell was the son of a pastor, and while his father was saving souls, Freddie was developing into a talented athlete. By the time he reached Kathleen High School in Lakeland, Mitchell was already turning heads as a multi-sport phenom. He further developed his abilities ...
When he wasn’t on the court or the field, Mitchell could be found on the baseball diamond. He played in the outfield and was an effective pinch hitter for Kathleen. His game improved to the point that Mitchell was invited to participate in the Polk County East–West Senior All-Star Game after his senior season. Mitchell did more than just participat...
Shortly after arriving in Los Angeles, Mitchell knew he was in the right place despite being so far from home. It wasn’t only the UCLA campus that attracted Mitchell to California, it was also the possibility to be a star in a city full of them. He committed to the Bruins and sat out his freshman year in 1997 as a redshirt. Then, in 1998, Mitchell ...
Almost fully recovered from his leg injury, Mitchell got more playing time in 1999. Before the season began, Mitchell and fellow Bruins receiver Brian Poli-Dixson went to Florida and trained with Minnesota Vikings receivers Cris Carter and Randy Moss. The experience emboldened Mitchell to continue working on his craft and become an NFL player. He r...
In the spring of 2000, Mitchell decided to return to the diamond and played in 26 games for the Bruins. He batted .235 as an outfielderand UCLA became co-champions of the PAC-10 and also advanced to the NCAA Super Regionals. Apparently, Mitchell showed just enough promise that the Chicago White Sox drafted him in the 50th roundof the 2000 MLB Draft...
Once baseball season ended, Mitchell returned to the football field and had a year to remember. Coach Bob Toledo’s squad still struggled on the field, ending the 2000 regular season 6-6, but Mitchell thrived. He was lauded by a number of pre-season publications as an All-PAC 10 selection and Mitchell didn’t disappoint. In the first week of the seas...
By virtue of their 6-5 record in 2000, the Bruins were invited to play in the Sun Bowl against Wisconsin. Although UCLA lost, 21-20, Mitchell had nine catches for a Sun Bowl record 180 yardsand a highlight-reel 64-yard touchdown reception. He was named as the game’s MVP even after being called for taunting penaltiesagainst Badgers defenders. Mitche...
As the 2001 NFL Draft approached, the media talking heads disagreed over when Mitchell would get selected. A number of notable names, such as ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr., projected Mitchell would be gone in the first round. Others believed the pass catcher was a second-round talent. One NFL scout in particular was torn over what he believed Mitchell could...
During the spring of 2001, Mitchell worked out with McNabb so the two could get a better feel for each other before training camp. Mitchell then began his first NFL training camp as the fourth receiver on the Eagles roster but eventually rose to the third spot. As his rookie season approached, Reid was pleased with Mitchell’s progress. Unfortunatel...
Hoping to rebound after a disappointing rookie season, Mitchell didn’t find the going any easier in 2002. In the off-season, Philly signed former Green Bay receiver Antonio Freeman, making Mitchell the team’s fourth receiver. For most of the year, Mitchell played on Philly’s special teams and had only six receptions by Week 15. Mitchell didn’t see ...
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- November 28, 1978
Freddie Mitchell Is Forever a Philly Hero for '4th-and-26' Brad Gagnon January 11, 2019. MILES KENNEDY/Associated Press. If you're ever rolling through Philadelphia's City Center along...
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