Mitchell has been an absolute stud this season, and he's been a true lock-down force since the Eagles' Week 5 bye. In each of his past six games, Mitchell hasn't allowed more than 25 receiving yards as the nearest defender, showcasing his incredible defensive skills against notable receivers like Ja'Marr Chase and Amari Cooper.
Corner is a fickle position, as illustrated by the struggles this season of the last CB to win the DROY award, Sauce Gardner. But Mitchell has impressed with traits that suggest his success is sustainable, smothering receivers with physical play and showing the athleticism to run stride-for-stride with his man.
Mitchell currently doesn't have a pick to his name, but if he can nab a couple of INTs down the stretch, he'll make some gains in this race. Maybe a few big plays in prime time - while the Eagles soar into the postseason - will prompt enough attention for the corner that he's able to steal the award.
The Eagles ruled one player OUT: DeVonta Smith. Smith did not practice this week due to the hamstring injury he's been dealing with. Missing him obviously isn't ideal because he's a really good player.
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