18. Lydell Mitchell
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A three-time Pro Bowl Selection for Baltimore in the 1970s, Lydell Mitchell was a major offensive cog in the Bert Jones led the team that won three straight divisions. The Running Back out of Penn State put up three straight seasons where he would rush for over 1,000 Yards, but more notably he would lead the National Football League in Receptions, a rare feat for any non-Wide Receiver. Mitchell also was the league-leader in Approximate Value in 1976. Overall, Mitchell had 8,010 Yards From Scrimmage with 41 Touchdowns.
The Bullet Points
- Position: Running Back
- Acquired: Drafted in the 2nd Round, 48th Overall in the NFL Draft 2/1/72.
- Departed: Traded to the San Diego Chargers prior to the 1978 Season.
- Games Played: 81
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Notable Statistics: 68 Games Started
1,391 Rushing Attempts
5,487 Rushing Yards
27 Rushing Touchdowns
298 Receptions
2,523 Receiving Yards
14 Receiving Touchdowns
1 Kick Return
15 Kick Return Yards
85 Approximate Value
3 Playoff Games
65 Rushing Attempts
185 Rushing Yards
12 Receptions
101 Receiving Yards -
Major Accolades and Awards: Second Team All-Pro (1976 & 1977)
Pro Bowl (1975, 1976 & 1977)
Highest Approximate Value (1976)
Most Receptions (1974 & 1977)
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