Brian Mitchell (American football coach) facts for kids
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| Position: | Cornerbacks coach | ||||||
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| Born: | December 13, 1968 Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S. |
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| Height: | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) | ||||||
| Weight: | 164 lb (74 kg) | ||||||
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| High school: | Waco (Waco, Texas) | ||||||
| College: | BYU | ||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1991 / Round: 7 / Pick: 172 | ||||||
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Brian Keith Mitchell was born on December 13, 1968. He is an American football coach and a former professional player. He used to play as a cornerback in the National Football League (NFL). Mitchell played for the Atlanta Falcons for three seasons. Today, he is the cornerbacks coach at North Carolina State University.
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Brian Mitchell's Football Journey
Brian Mitchell has had an exciting career in football, both as a player and a coach. He started playing in college and then moved on to the professional league. After his playing days, he began coaching, helping young players learn the game.
Playing in the NFL
Brian Mitchell was chosen by the Atlanta Falcons in the 1991 NFL draft. This means he was picked by a professional team to join their roster. He was the 172nd player chosen overall in the seventh round. He played for the Falcons from 1991 to 1993. During his time as a player, he was a cornerback, a defensive position in football. He also had a short time with the Dallas Cowboys in 1992.
Coaching Career
After his time as a player, Brian Mitchell became a football coach. He has coached at several universities, helping college athletes improve their skills.
- BYU (1994–2005): He started as a defensive backs coach at BYU.
- Texas Tech (2006–2009): He then coached cornerbacks at Texas Tech.
- East Carolina (2010–2012): At East Carolina, he was the defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach.
- West Virginia (2013–2015): He coached cornerbacks at West Virginia.
- Virginia Tech (2016–2019): He continued as a defensive backs coach at Virginia Tech.
- NC State (2020–present): Since 2020, he has been the cornerbacks coach at NC State. He continues in this role today.
More About Brian Mitchell
Brian Mitchell's journey shows how someone can stay involved in sports even after their playing career ends. He now helps new generations of players succeed.
Where to Find More Information
You can find more details about Brian Mitchell's career online.
- NC State profile
- East Carolina profile
- Career statistics and player information from NFL.com · Pro Football Reference
