Mitchell, a former Prestonwood Christian standout, decided to transfer from Ohio State to Tech in May 2014. 133 overall prospect in America, the No. The page you are looking for no longer exists. Phone: 806.834.3175 Room Number: E335 Education: Ph.D ... Texas Tech University. His father, Ken, was a former NFL player with the Atlanta Falcons. But Mitchell’s waiver for immediate eligibility was denied, leading him to sit out for the 2014 season. Michael Kenneth Mitchell... born in Orlando, Fla.... son of Candy and Ken Mitchell... father, Ken, played two seasons in the National Football League with the Atlanta Falcons after a stint in minor league baseball with the California Angels ... Matt, Michelle, Mickey, McKinley and Morgan... a personal finance major at Texas Tech. © 2005-2020 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. J.T. When he arrived in Tech’s defense, it didn’t help much as the Red Raiders rank among the bottom five teams nationally in total defense (126th), rushing defense (125th) and scoring defense (124th) heading into their Dec. 29 Texas Bowl appearance against LSU. The arrival of transfer linebacker Mike Mitchell from Ohio State was hailed as a boon to Texas Tech’s defense only 19 months ago. More Stories Achievements Research News. Texas Tech's beautiful campus is alive with activity all year long. 24 Iowa State, Gerlich Announces Signing of All-American Vivian Gray, Texas Tech Receives $1.2 Million in Season Ticket Donations, Red Raider Basketball Announces 2020-21 Roster, Red Raiders Knock off No. Email: michael.r.ryan@ttu.edu. The latest stats, facts, news and notes on Mike Mitchell of the Texas Tech Red Raiders Tech has announced that Mitchell, who notched seven tackles in nine games for the Red Raiders this season was one of three players who have decided to transfer from the program. 11 OLB and the No. Member-Only Message Boards. You'll see all the posts for that time period. 13 Iowa State in Ames, Game Preview: Tech Set for First Road Test at KSU, Teeter Nets Two as Tech Draws with Oklahoma. Michael Mitchell, MPH Director of CEPH Accreditation at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Portland, Oregon 240 connections Log in or subscribe today No reason was provided for any of the departures. 133 overall prospect in America, the No. The arrival of transfer linebacker Mike Mitchell from Ohio State was hailed as a boon to Texas Tech’s defense only 19 months ago. After redshirting his first season in the Buckeyes’ program, he decided to leave in order to be closer to his ailing father. re: Mike Mitchell - Transfer, Texas Tech Posted by thunderbird1100 on 12/20/15 at 9:04 pm to saintsfan22 quote: But seriously the 2nd transfer is usually … The Spirit of Raiderland. 2500 Broadway Lubbock, Texas 79409; 806.742.2011; Follow Texas Tech University. Exclusive coverage of Rivals Camp Series. Other players who Tech announced will be leaving the program include sophomore defensive backs Jalen Barnes and Derrick Dixon. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. 11 OLB and the No. From fall football games to the Carol of Lights in December, the spring flowers of Arbor Day and commencement in May, there is always something to do, see or experience when you are a Red Raider. Exclusive Highlights and Recruiting Interviews. Browse previous blog posts by month and year of entry. High School/Personal: Was rated as the No. High School/Personal: Was rated as the No. When he joined Ohio State in Meyer’s 2013 recruiting class, Mitchell was the top recruit from the state of Texas, the No. But Mitchell has struggled in emerging in one of the nation’s leakiest defense and will be leaving the Red Raiders’ program. 3 outside linebacker in the nation and Rivals.com’s 26th best player in the nation. Breaking Recruiting News. Texas Tech Today. 21 prospect in Texas by 247Sports... Had a 247Sports rating of 93, making him a 4-star prospect... 2013 U.S. Army All-American Bowl selection... Had 186 tackles, 32 TFL, 11 sacks, seven forced fumbles, and a kickoff return for a touchdown as a high school senior... Had 151 tackles and 11 sacks as a junior... Nicknamed "The Abusement Park"... Has eight brothers and sisters, including brother Mickey, who is a blue-chip basketball recruit committed to Ohio State... His father Ken played two seasons in the NFL in Atlanta and also played minor league baseball. He was one of the most athletic players who had transferred into Kliff Kingsbury’s program. & Margaret Talkington Leadership Academy, Texas Tech Releases Internal Review of Softball Program, Game Preview: Red Raiders Travel to No.