He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the sixth round, 192nd overall, in the 2012 NFL draft.

He recorded 78 tackles, including four sacks, and two interceptions his senior year, earning Gatorade Player of the Year honors for the state of Mississippi.

[2] He played in 50 games during his college career, totaling 161 solo tackles, 122 assisted tackles, four interceptions (one of which was returned for a touchdown), five pass breakups, one sack, and one forced fumble.

[3] Mitchell was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the sixth round, 192nd overall, in the 2012 NFL draft.

[5] Mitchell signed a reserve/future contract with the Denver Broncos on January 22, 2014.