As a Longhorn, AD Mitchell posted a breakout season en route to a 32 percent dominator rating with 11 TD scores on 55 receptions. Standing at 6'2″ with a lanky frame at 204 pounds, Mitchell offers an ideal build for an outside receiver. Mitchell reminded me a lot of a lighter Michael Pittman Jr. while watching him on film. At the NFL Combine, measured at 6-foot-2, 205 pounds and had a big day: 4.34-second 40-yard dash (94th percentile), 1.52-second 10-yard split (76th percentile), 39.5" vertical jump (89th percentile), 136" broad jump (98th percentile). His closest comparable per mockdraftable.com: D.J. Chark Jr. After being drafted by the Colts in the 2nd round, Mitchell projects to take on Alec Pierce's role in the Shane Steichen offense. As an explosive vertical threat, Mitchell's game could translate well to Anthony Richardson's big arm. But in an offense heralded by a mobile quarterback, Mitchell is facing an uphill battle for targets. Michael Pittman Jr. (another winner with Mitchell as the WR Indy drafted) is the target alpha. And last year's second-round pick, Josh Downs, projects for No. 2 in the target pecking order. Mitchell screams like the 3rd-target at best, with his opportunities coming in the form of downfield and high-value pass attempts. It's great in best ball for splash weeks. But relying on Mitchell to bring in any consistency is a fool's errand.
by in FantasyApr 29, 2024