Rashawn Mitchell
Rashawn Mitchell
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Todd Drake | Prep Redzone Scout
Rashawn (RJ) Mitchell is a 5’6, 160 pound Class of 2028 Runningback from Pulaski Academy, Arkansas. He runs a 4.51, 40 yard dash. RJ has speed, elusiveness and great vision. I feel like he has all the skills to advance to the next level as he continues to improve on what’s needed. Watch out for this young man. Definitely one to watch out for.
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Rashawn Mitchell
Rashawn
Mitchell
5'6" | 150 lbs | RB
Pulaski Academy | 2028
State
AR
is a running back prospect to add to the recruiting board. He may be small in stature, but he’s effective in all phases of the game. Mitchell displays good post-snap vision, allowing him to read the flow of first-level defenders and identify the hole to burst through. His vision, body control, and lateral quickness make him an effective multi-cut back who can elude defenders. In the receiving game, Mitchell can line up wide or in the slot, excelling in screen and RPO situations, showcasing his versatility. He has the potential to be a dangerous three-down back, including in critical situations.
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Rashawn Mitchell
Rashawn
Mitchell
5'6" | 150 lbs | RB
Pulaski Academy | 2028
State
AR
, a 5’6, 155-pound running back with 4.5 speed in the 40, has great elusiveness and the power to get downfield. He has great vision, cutting skills, and speed. He is definitely one to be on the lookout for.
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Rashawn Mitchell
Rashawn
Mitchell
5'6" | 150 lbs | RB
Pulaski Academy | 2028
State
AR
has been one of my personal favorites since I began scouting high school football prospects in Arkansas. As I’ve mentioned before, his playing style closely resembles that of Tony Pollard, a current NFL running back, during Pollard’s high school career. Add him to your recruiting board.
Mitchell displays good post-snap vision, allowing him to read the flow of first-level defenders and identify the hole to burst through. He exhibits good foot speed and burst, enabling him to quickly separate from initial defenders and easily navigate through the second level. His vision, body control, and lateral agility make him an effective multi-cut back who can elude defenders. Additionally, his ability to run north and south with his low center of gravity, maintain good contact balance, and drive his legs helps him finish plays and generate yards after contact. In the receiving game, Mitchell can line up wide or in the slot, excelling in screen and RPO situations, showcasing his versatility. He has the potential to be a dangerous three-down back, including in critical situations.
Note – 3.9 GPA
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Rashawn Mitchell
Rashawn
Mitchell
5'6" | 150 lbs | RB
Pulaski Academy | 2028
State
AR
lands at number two on our board and continues to rise up my personal board. Mitchell displays good post-snap vision to read the first-level defenders’ flow and locate the hole to burst through. He showcases good foot speed and burst, which allows him to separate from the first level quickly and through the second level with ease. Good vision, body control, and lateral agility to be a multi-cut back and make defenders miss. His ability to get north and south with good pad level, contact balance, and leg drive helps him finish and create yards after contact. In the receiving game, he can line out wide or in the slot, dominating in the screen or RPO game showcasing his versatility. Mitchell can be a dangerous three-down back, including on a very important down. His playstyle is very similar to that of Tony Pollard (Current NFL RB) during his high school career.
Note – 4.0 GPA
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Rashawn Mitchell
Rashawn
Mitchell
5'6" | 150 lbs | RB
Pulaski Academy | 2028
State
AR
has impressed me and has been one of my favorite prospects since early spring. Mitchell ranks out at number four on our board. Mitchell displays solid post-snap vision to read the first-level defenders’ flow and locate the hole to burst through. He displays good speed with an impressive burst that allows him to separate from the first level quickly and through the second level with ease. Solid vision with good body control and lateral agility to be a multi-cut back and make defenders miss. His ability to go north and south with good pad level, leg drive, and active feet helps him finish and create yards after contact. He can line out wide or in the slot, dominating in the screen or RPO game showcasing his versatility. He will be a highly recruited prospect once his senior year rolls around.
Note – 4.0 GPA
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Rashawn Mitchell
Rashawn
Mitchell
5'6" | 150 lbs | RB
Pulaski Academy | 2028
State
AR
displays good agility, contact balance and speed with impressive burst that allows him to separate from the first level quickly and through the second level with ease. Solid vision with body control and good lateral agility to be a one-cut back. His ability to go north and south with good pad level, leg drive and active feet, helps him finish and create yards after contact. He’s able to line out wide or in the slot, dominating in the screen or RPO game showcasing his versatility. We’ll be hearing his name a lot more in the future.
Note – 4.0 GPA
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Read EvaluationColton Edwards | Prep Redzone Scout
- 5-Foot-5
- 140 Pounds
- Running Back
- Class of 2028
Rashawn Mitchell was one of the most impressive backs on Saturday, showcasing his speed, athleticism and fluidity. Throughout the drills, Mitchell displayed good body control, balance and foot speed. During the 1v1s, he showcased good foot quickness, lateral agility and change of direction to win reps against opposing linebackers. His performance earned him Second Team All-Camp.
Results: 4.71 40, 4.37 Shuttle, 8’11” Broad & 7.09 L DrillRashawn Mitchell on X: “https://t.co/eZFhiaftnY” / X (twitter.com)
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Read EvaluationEvent Results
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Combine Series: Arkansas
05/18/2025
- 40 Yd #1
- 4.53
- 40 Yd #2
- 4.81
- Shuttle #1
- 4.44
- Shuttle #2
- 4.4
- Broad #1
- 7"6 1/2
- Broad #2
- 7"8
- L-Drill #1
- 7.27
- L-Drill #2
- 7.39
- Vertical #1
- -
- Vertical #2
- -
- Wingspan
- -
- Hand Size
- 9
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