Mitchell had one reception for 33 yards on two targets and also had one carry for two yards in Sunday's win at the Jets. He had six targets last week with Michael Pittman out with a back injury, but saw a reduced role against the Jets. Mitchell played on just 12 of the offense's 70 snaps but has a rapport with Anthony Richardson on deep passes. He may not get many targets as the No. 3 or No. 4 receiver as long as the other receivers are healthy, but he's trending in the right direction.
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Team
Indianapolis Colts
Birthdate
10/8/2002 (22)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'2", 205 lbs
Draft Info
2024: Rd 2; Pk (IND)
Birthplace
Missouri City, TX, USA
Position
WR
College
Texas
Career History
Indianapolis Colts
2024-Present
(1 season)
Mitchell had one reception for 33 yards on two targets and also had one carry for two yards in Sunday's win at the Jets. He had six targets last week with Michael Pittman out with a back injury, but saw a reduced role against the Jets. Mitchell played on just 12 of the offense's 70 snaps but has a rapport with Anthony Richardson on deep passes. He may not get many targets as the No. 3 or No. 4 receiver as long as the other receivers are healthy, but he's trending in the right direction.
Mitchell brought in all six targets for 71 yards in the Colts' 30-20 loss to the Bills on Sunday. He also committed a fumble but it was recovered by Indianapolis. The rookie set new career highs in receptions and receiving yards while also setting the pace in catches on the day for the Colts. Mitchell's target total was also the second highest of his young career, with the fact Michael Pittman (back) was inactive undoubtedly helping the second-round pick's cause. Mitchell should continue to see a progressively larger role through the second half of the season, although his outlook is arguably brighter with the more accurate Joe Flacco under center as opposed to the more erratic Anthony Richardson.
With Michael Pittman (back) ruled out, Mitchell is expected to see elevated offensive snaps in Sunday's game against the Bills, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports. "He's improving, so looking forward to him playing this week," coach Shane Steichen said of Mitchell. The rookie played a season-low five offensive snaps in last Sunday night's loss to the Vikings, but he's expected to bump up the depth chart alongside Josh Downs and Alec Pierce, though Ashton Dulin will also see playing time as a plus blocker in the run game. Mitchell has big-play ability but has been unable to show it yet in the NFL, having failed to reach 40 receiving yards in any game this season.
Mithcell caught his lone target for 22 yards in Sunday's 21-13 loss to the Vikings. Mitchell played just five of the Colts' 54 offensive snaps, the fewest of any Indianapolis wide receiver and his lowest snap share of the season. The rookie wideout isn't seeing enough playing time or opportunities to be relevant for fantasy purposes. Barring injuries to members of the Colts' receiving corps, Mitchell cannot be trusted to produce for fantasy heading into a Week 10 matchup against the Bills.
Mitchell had one reception for nine yards on four targets in Sunday's loss at Houston. Mitchell again continues to be a favorite of quarterback Anthony Richardson in the fourth receiver role as he had four targets on ten routes while playing on just 13 of the offense's 64 snaps, according to Pro Football Focus. However, the Colts may switch to Joe Flacco at quaterback this week at Minnesota.
Mitchell had two receptions for 30 yards on three targets in Sunday's win over Miami. Mitchell played on just 14 of the offense's 62 snaps operating as the No. 4 receiver but was second on the team in targets. He's developed a rapport with Anthony Richardson on deep passes, but may not get many targets unless the Colts are playing from far behind.
Mitchell had two receptions for nine yards on four targets in Sunday's win at Tennessee. Mitchell played on 15 of the offense's 70 snaps as he is getting limited regular work as the fourth receiver. However, his role could increase if Michael Pittman has any setback to a back injury (Pittman played through a sore back Sunday).
Mitchell had four receptions for 38 yards on seven targets and one carry for four yards in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville. Mitchell surprisingly played on 19 of the offense's 79 snaps and had seven targets after having no receptions and four targets combined the prior two games with the return of Josh Downs from an ankle injury. Mitchell had another drop and mixed performance, so he may struggle to find steady work as the No. 4 receiver with the top three receivers healthy. Mitchell appeared to have won the third receiver role over Alec Pierce in the preseason, but Pierce has a clear hold on the No. 3 receiver role at this point.
Mitchell failed to secure any of his three targets in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Steelers. Mitchell added one carry for 10 yards in the contest. The rookie wideout failed to record a catch for the second-straight week with teammate Josh Downs back in the lineup in each of the last two games. Mitchell played 20 percent of the Colts' offensive snaps in Week 4, limiting his opportunities to contribute in a meaningful way. As long as Michael Pittman, Alec Pierce and Downs are healthy, the 21-year-old Mitchell will likely continue to operate in a reserve role, limiting his fantasy utility. The Colts will visit the Jaguars in Week 5.