Quinyon Mitchell, a standout cornerback from the University of Toledo, made history as he was selected in the first round of the NFL Draft, marking the first time a Toledo player has been drafted this early since 1993. Despite receiving offers from larger programs and potential NIL deals, Mitchell chose to stay with Toledo, citing loyalty to his coaches and teammates as his reason. His decision paid off as he was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles, becoming only the second player from Toledo to be taken in the first round. His teammates celebrated enthusiastically when his name was called, and he is now headed to Philly.
.@QuinyonMitchell became @ToledoFB's first Round 1 pick in 30 years. His teammates went crazy for him. 🥹 @Eagles https://t.co/XPZWmAzNAT
Quinyon Mitchell is the 2nd @ToledoFB player taken in the 1st round
Congrats to 1st round draft pick @QuinyonMitchell! Love seeing his @ToledoFB teammates celebrate when his name was called! The @Eagles just gained a new fan! #TeamToledo 🚀📈 https://t.co/msUPFuhOQk
Quinyon Mitchell is the first Toledo player to go in round one since 1993🚀 https://t.co/f8UI0TF6jI
Quinyon Mitchell became one of football’s top CBs at Toledo. Scouts asked why he turned down bigger offers and NIL money, but he chose the teammates and coaches that were loyal to him. It paid off: Mitchell is headed to Philly as the Rockets' first 1st Round pick in 30 years. https://t.co/bOTVsMq97g