Quinyon Mitchell left the Eagles' divisional game against the Rams in the first quarter. The rookie standout cornerback tackled quarterback Matthew Stafford on a rare scramble for the veteran QB. It made Stafford wince, but Mitchell was forced to come off the field.
He went into the medical tent and was in there for a long time. This isn't normally a good sign, and when the corner emerged, it was only to go into the locker room for further evaluation. Mitchell was Philadelphia's first round draft pick this year and has already developed into a lockdown corner.
Here are the latest injury updates for Mitchell in the divisional game against the Rams.
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Quinyon Mitchell injury updates
Mitchell is questionable to return and has been diagnosed with a shoulder injury. While he is sidelined, Philadelphia's outside cornerbacks will be Darius Slay Jr., Isaiah Rodgers and Kelee Ringo. Fellow rookie Cooper DeJean plays in the nickel slot role.
Eagles rookie CB Quinyon Mitchell has a shoulder injury and his return is QUESTIONABLE.
— Ralph Vacchiano (@RalphVacchiano) January 19, 2025
Mitchell has been downgraded to out. He will miss the remainder of the game. We will likely get updates after the game from head coach Nick Sirianni. The concern now will be whether or not Mitchell can suit up for the NFC Championship next week if the Eagles are able to beat the Rams.
Eagles CB Quinyon Mitchell has been downgraded to out due to his shoulder injury.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 19, 2025
Mitchell provided an update on how he's feeling during his postgame interview. Thankfully, Mitchell's comments were positive in terms of his future outlook and availability.
Just spoke to Quinyon Mitchell in the locker room, who was in good spirits. He said he's "fine" after his shoulder injury. When I asked him if he had any long-term concern, he said, "No, I'm going to be good."
— Olivia Reiner (@ReinerOlivia) January 19, 2025
Quinyon Mitchell stats
- 16 games
- 46 total tackles
- 0 interceptions (1 interception in the playoffs)
- 0 sacks
- 0 forced fumbles
Quinyon Mitchell draft
Mitchell was drafted with the 22nd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. He spent his college career at Toledo, finishing with six interceptions and 123 total tackles in 46 career games. Mitchell was the first cornerback selected in the draft. He came off the board ahead of Alabama CB Terron Arnold (Lions, No. 24), Clemson CB Nate Wiggins (Ravens, No. 30) and Iowa CB Cooper DeJean (Eagles, No. 40).
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