Elijah Mitchell Bio
#49 Running Back
28 yrs 5'10", 200 lbs Louisiana 6th Season
Fantasy · PPR
2026 Fantasy Season
2026 Regular Season
- 51RUSH YDS
- 17CARRIES
- 0TOTAL TD
- 10REC
Elijah Mitchell Bio and Career
RBPhiladelphia Eagles#49
- Position
- Running Back
- Born
- May 2, 1998 (Age 28)
- Height / Weight
- 5'10" / 200 lb
- College
- Louisiana-Lafayette
Elijah Mitchell is a running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, where he wears No. 49. Born May 2, 1998, in Erath, LA, he attended Erath and played college football at Louisiana-Lafayette.
The San Francisco 49ers selected Mitchell in round 6, pick 194, of the 2021 NFL Draft. Since then, Mitchell played for the Kansas City Chiefs (2025) and joined the Philadelphia Eagles in 2026.
In 31 regular-season games since 2021, he has run for 1,574 yards and 9 touchdowns and caught 38 passes.
Career Timeline
- 2021202220232024
- 2025
- 2026
What Happened at Each Stop
Philadelphia Eagles
Current team2026 – presentHe was a rotational player, playing at least a quarter of the offensive snaps in 2 of 3 games.
Kansas City Chiefs
2025He was a reserve, playing less than a quarter of the offensive snaps in 1 of 1 game.
San Francisco 49ers
2021 – 2024Selected in round 6, pick 194, of the 2021 NFL Draft. He was a rotational player, playing at least a quarter of the offensive snaps in 18 of 27 games.
College: Louisiana-Lafayette
Trades and Team Changes
3 moves2021 - 2026
- 1 Draft
- 2 Team changes
- JoinedJoined the Philadelphia Eagles; his first game with them was Week 7.
- JoinedJoined the Kansas City Chiefs; his first game with them was Week 11.
- DraftedSelected by the San Francisco 49ers in round 6, pick 194.
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DENAbout Elijah Mitchell: Bio FAQ
How old is Elijah Mitchell?
Elijah Mitchell is 28 years old. He was born on May 2, 1998. 2026 is his 6th NFL season.
How tall is Elijah Mitchell?
Elijah Mitchell is 5 feet 10 inches tall (5'10"), listed at 200 pounds, and plays running back for the Philadelphia Eagles.
How much does Elijah Mitchell weigh?
Elijah Mitchell weighs 200 pounds, his listed weight on the Philadelphia Eagles roster. He is listed at 5'10".
What number does Elijah Mitchell wear?
Elijah Mitchell wears number 49 for the Philadelphia Eagles. He plays running back.
What position does Elijah Mitchell play?
Elijah Mitchell plays running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, wearing number 49. 2026 is his 6th season in the NFL.
What team does Elijah Mitchell play for?
Elijah Mitchell plays for the Philadelphia Eagles as a running back.
Where did Elijah Mitchell go to college?
Elijah Mitchell played college football at Louisiana, after attending Erath (LA).
Where is Elijah Mitchell from?
Elijah Mitchell went to high school in Louisiana, at Erath, before playing college football at Louisiana.
When is Elijah Mitchell's birthday?
Elijah Mitchell's birthday is May 2. He was born on May 2, 1998 and is 28 years old.
How long has Elijah Mitchell been in the NFL?
2026 is Elijah Mitchell's 6th NFL season; he entered the league in 2021. View his career statistics.
What teams has Elijah Mitchell played for?
Elijah Mitchell has played for the San Francisco 49ers and New England Patriots. View his career statistics.
What year did Elijah Mitchell enter the NFL?
Elijah Mitchell entered the NFL in 2021. 2026 is his 6th season.