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Facts
| Birth Date | June 6, 1935 |
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| Birthplace | Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States |
| Date Of Death | April 5, 2020 |
| Education | University of Illinois |
| Height/Weight | 6 ft 0 inches, 192 lb (1.83 m, 87 kg) |
| Position | flanker, halfback, wide receiver |
| Jersey Number | 49 (Cleveland Browns, 1958–1961) • 49 (Washington Redskins, 1962–1968) |
| Draft | Drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the seventh round (84th overall) of the 1958 NFL draft. |
| Games Played | 148 |
| Receiving Yards | 7954 |
| Receptions | 521 |
| Rushing Attempts | 513 |
| Rushing Yards Gained | 2735 |
| Touchdowns (Receiving) | 65 |
| Touchdowns (Rushing) | 18 |
| Yards Per Attempt | 5.3 |
| Yards Per Reception | 15.3 |
Top Questions
What position did Bobby Mitchell play?
Bobby Mitchell played flanker, halfback, and wide receiver.
How many times was Bobby Mitchell selected to the Pro Bowl?
Bobby Mitchell was selected to the Pro Bowl four times.
How tall was Bobby Mitchell?
Bobby Mitchell was 6 ft 0 inches, 192 lb (1.83 m, 87 kg).
What college did Bobby Mitchell attend?
Bobby Mitchell attended the University of Illinois.
When was Bobby Mitchell born?
Bobby Mitchell was born on June 6, 1935, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States.
When was Bobby Mitchell inducted to the Hall of Fame?
Bobby Mitchell was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1983.
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