The Philadelphia Eagles struck gold with the 22nd overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, selecting Toledo cornerback Quinyon Mitchell in what proved to be one of the most impactful defensive picks in recent franchise history. What followed was a rookie campaign that redefined expectations and established Mitchell as a cornerstone of the Eagles’ defense. Mitchell burst onto the NFL scene with elite-level play, emerging as a frontrunner for Defensive Rookie of the Year for most of the 2024 season.