Shannon Mitchell

Shannon Lamont Mitchell (born March 28, 1972) is an American former professional football player who was a tight end for four seasons with the San Diego Chargers of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs.

Early life Shannon Lamont Mitchell was born on March 28, 1972, in Alcoa, Tennessee. He caught 11 passes for 123 yards and one touchdown in 1990, 19 passes for 176 and one touchdown in 1991, 20 passes for 308 yards and one touchdown in 1992, and 49 passes for 539 yards and two touchdowns in 1993. Mitchell was named first-team All-SEC by both the Associated Press and Coaches his senior year in 1993.

Professional career After going undrafted in the 1994 NFL draft, Mitchell signed with the San Diego Chargers on April 28. He also appeared in three playoff games that season, catching one pass for 19 yards.

Personal life Mitchell is the cousin of NFL player Randall Cobb.