Eagles 2024 NFL Draft grades: Philadelphia adds slot WR behind A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith with fifth-round pick
Mitchell was the first cornerback taken in the NFL Draft, falling to the Eagles at No. 22 overall. Setting school records for passes defended in a season (25) and career (52), Mitchell has the athleticism to match up with any receiver in man or zone coverage. He had 43 passes defended and 6 interceptions over the last 27 games he played.