EKU’s T.J. Mitchell III is a spark plug in the return game with big-play upside at WR
In the 2025 season, T.J. Mitchell III has shown he can flip field position and games, highlighted by a 100-yard kickoff return touchdown against No. 15 Austin Peay—the longest return in UAC history—while also contributing as a redshirt-freshman receiver and returner.[1][4] His best selling point is explosive speed in space and clear game-breaking value on special teams, which makes him appealing for teams that want a versatile athlete who can create instant momentum even before his receiving production fully catches up.[1][4]
