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The Philadelphia Eagles officially elevated RB Elijah Mitchell and DB Cole Wisniewski from the practice squad on Saturday for their Week 9 game against the Giants.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 31

Eagles Announcing Elevating Two For Week 8

The Eagles announced that they have elevated RB Elijah Mitchell and LB Mason Reiger for tomorrow’s game. Mitchell, 28, was a sixth-round pick out of Louisiana in the 2021 draft.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 20

Eagles Making Five Moves, Signing RB Elijah Mitchell

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they are signing RB Elijah Mitchell to the practice squad. They also cut RB Jaydon Blue and waived RB Carson Steele with an injury designation.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 11

Eagles Releasing RB Elijah Mitchell With Injury Settlement

NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo reports the Eagles are releasing RB Elijah Mitchell off injured reserve with an injury settlement. Mitchell, 28, was a sixth-round pick out of Louisiana by the 49ers in the 2021 draft.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 10

Eagles Announced Six Roster Moves

The Eagles announced six roster moves on Monday morning, including the signings of DT David Blay, RB Ja’Quinden Jackson and OLB Tarron Jackson. In corresponding moves, the team is placing RB Elijah Mitchell on injured reserve and waiving G Jaeden Roberts and TE Dae’Quan Wright.

NFL News / Field Level Media / June 2

Eagles add veteran RB Elijah Mitchell

The Philadelphia Eagles signed veteran running back Elijah Mitchell on Tuesday. Mitchell, 28, adds to the Eagles' running backs depth chart headed by three-time Pro Bowl selection and 2024 first-team All-Pro Saquon Barkley and including Tank Bigsby, Will Shipley, Dameon Pierce and Carson Steele.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 2

Eagles Sign RB Elijah Mitchell

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they have signed RB Elijah Mitchell to a contract. Mitchell, 28, was a sixth-round pick out of Louisiana by the 49ers in the 2021 draft.

New England Patriots News / Football Analysis / May 2

Patriots Cut 49ers’ All-Time Rookie Rushing King 78 Days After Signing

A reserve/futures contract is supposed to mean something. A fresh start, a training camp invitation, a shot at making a roster. On February 11, 2026, the New England Patriots signed running back Elijah Mitchell to one of those deals, three days after losing Super Bowl LX to Seattle.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 1

Eagles Hosting Four Veterans For Tryouts, Including RB Elijah Mitchell

According to Zach Berman, the Eagles are hosting veteran RBs Elijah Mitchell and Khalil Herbert for tryouts at their minicamp on Friday. Berman also mentions that Philadelphia is hosting G Michael Jordan and DE Isaiah Thomas for workouts as well. Mitchell, 27, was a sixth-round pick out of Louisiana by the 49ers in the 2021 draft.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 29

Packers have intriguing market opportunity to improve offense as timing feels perfect to strike

The Patriots released Elijah Mitchell, and the former 49ers offensive weapon knows the system. With a need at backup running back, the Packers could easily bring him in.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 28

Patriots Releasing RB Elijah Mitchell

Doug Kyed reports the Patriots are releasing RB Elijah Mitchell. Mitchell, 27, was a sixth-round pick out of Louisiana by the 49ers in the 2021 draft. He signed a four-year rookie deal with the team in May of that year worth $3,663,568, including a $183,568 signing bonus.

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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / February 11

NFL Reserve/Futures Deals: 2/11/26

After they announced 11 futures deals yesterday, the Patriots opted to add on a couple more today: New England Patriots T Sebastian Gutierrez, RB Elijah Mitchell Gutierrez has been a practice squad journeyman since entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent out of Minot State in 2022.

New England Patriots News / The Spun / February 11

Patriots Sign Two Offensive Players To Futures Contracts After Super Bowl Loss

Just three days after losing Super Bowl LX, the New England Patriots made a few depth signings for their 2026 roster. The Patriots announced on Wednesday that offensive tackle Sebastian Gutierrez and running back Elijah Mitchell have been signed to futures contracts.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 11

Patriots Signed Two More Futures Deals, Including RB Elijah Mitchell

The New England Patriots announced they signed two more players to futures contracts: RB Elijah Mitchell and OT Sebastian Gutierrez. Futures deals are essentially camp invites that will allow players to compete for roster spots during offseason workouts and training camp.

New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 14

Patriots Officially Make Two Practice Squad Moves

The New England Patriots announced they signed DE Darrell Taylor to the practice squad and released RB Elijah Mitchell in a corresponding move. Mitchell, 27, was a sixth-round pick out of Louisiana by the 49ers in the 2021 draft.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 23

Patriots Hosted Four Offensive Players

The New England Patriots hosted RB Elijah Mitchell for a visit, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. The Patriots also tried out WRs Brandon Johnson, Brandon Smith and Kristian Wilkerson.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 23

Patriots Signing RB Elijah Mitchell Among Five Roster Moves

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Patriots are signing RB Elijah Mitchell to the practice squad. Doug Kyed adds the Patriots are also signing OL Brenden Jaimes to the 53-man roster, and WR Brandon Smith to the practice squad.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Athlon Sports / December 20

Chiefs Cut Running Back Amid NFL Season

The Kansas City Chiefs have gone through a nightmare season. After entering the season looking to avenge their Super Bowl loss, the Chiefs have been eliminated from the playoffs with quarterback Patrick Mahomes being sidelined with a season-ending injury.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / October 30, 2025

Elijah Mitchell’s long wait may finally be over for the Chiefs

The next several days are going to say a lot about how the Kansas City Chiefs view the backfield. Recent injuries and roster concerns could collide into an eventful stretch in the calendar—or not at all.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Addict / September 16, 2025

Elijah Mitchell’s roster spot raises baffling questions about Chiefs’ offense

Breaking news: the Kansas City Chiefs have a backfield problem. Of course, no one is really surprised by this. In fact, many of us in Chiefs Kingdom saw this problem coming for the entirety of the offseason, as it became clear that the position was going to be overlooked.