[2] Mitchell was named first-team All-SEC by both the Associated Press and Coaches his senior year in 1993.
[3][4] After going undrafted in the 1994 NFL draft, Mitchell signed with the San Diego Chargers on April 28.
[5] He played in all 16 games, starting six, for the Chargers during his rookie year in 1994, recording 11 receptions for 105 yards.
[6] Mitchell played in all 16 games for the third consecutive season, starting 11, in 1996, totaling 10 catches for 57 yards.
[5] He appeared in four games, starting one, for the team during the 1997 season, recording one reception for 14 yards.