2028 Herbert Hoover DB Shannon Mitchell Shannon Mitchell 5'8" | 160 lbs | DB/WR Hoover | 2028 State WV has done a lot this offseason to ease some of the size concerns that previously surrounded his projection. While continued physical development will be needed, Mitchell’s ability has never been in question. Time after time, he has backed it up with strong camp performances and continues to prove he belongs in conversations with the best defensive backs in the class. The recruiting trail appears to agree, as Mitchell has already picked up a handful of D2 offers over the offseason. After showing plenty of promise as a sophomore, we believe he is positioned for a breakout junior campaign and could be one of the bigger names to emerge from the 2028 class this fall.

Hoover’s Shannon Mitchell Shannon Mitchell 5'8" | 160 lbs | DB/WR Hoover | 2028 State WV brought the juice to The Bridge sports plex, locking up receivers in 1v1s. Mitchell posted top 20 marks in each combine drill with a 4.90 40-yard dash, 4.47 shuttle drill, 7.28 L-drill, and a 9’4″ broad jump. Watching Shannon play, I was very impressed by his physicality, especially given that he was younger and smaller than several receivers in attendance. That didn’t stop him from showing off his ability to play press and force receivers off their route. He is able to use his hands very well to get inside a receiver’s frame, then uses his strength to redirect them off their routes. He possesses elite ball skills that resulted in a PBU or interception on nearly every 1v1 rep. Good mobility with clean footwork and fluidity in transition. Young baller in the making!

2028 Herbert Hoover DB Shannon Mitchell already climbed the rankings in the winter update, and another strong showing at the Exposure Series could push that momentum even further. College coaches are beginning to take notice, with D2 offers already coming this offseason as he heads toward his junior year. Mitchell may still be developing physically, but the football instincts and natural corner ability are hard to ignore when you turn on his tape. He moves fluidly, reacts quickly, and plays the position with confidence. If Mitchell competes the way he’s capable of during 1-on-1s, he has a real shot to leave the WV Exposure Series with even more buzz and an MVP spot.

Herbert Hoover 2028 DB Shannon Mitchell Shannon Mitchell 5'8" | 160 lbs | DB/WR Hoover | 2028 State WV heads into the offseason firmly established as one of the top young secondary prospects in the class after a solid sophomore campaign. Now sitting as a Top 5 defensive back, Mitchell’s instincts, ball skills, and natural athleticism give him a strong foundation to continue building over the next two seasons. He’s already carried that momentum into offseason 7-on-7 competition, where he’s continued to flash the traits that made him rise in the rankings. The next step in his development will be adding size and strength to match his natural ability, which could unlock another level to his game. If that physical growth comes as expected, Mitchell has the upside to elevate himself even further as one of the premier defensive backs in the 2028 class.

2028 Herbert Hoover DB Shannon Mitchell Shannon Mitchell 5'8" | 160 lbs | DB/WR Hoover | 2028 State WV had a standout sophomore season for the Huskies and made a big jump in the rankings. He now sits as a Top 5 defensive back in the class and will continue to rise if he can keep adding size. Mitchell’s instincts for the position and overall athleticism will give him a great foundation to continue building on over the next two years.

2028 Herbert Hoover DB Shannon Mitchell Shannon Mitchell 5'8" | 160 lbs | DB/WR Hoover | 2028 State WV is a prospect to keep tabs on over the next three years. He has the potential to bloom into a future standout for the Huskies once his body develops and matures. Mitchell has the length already, but will need to add significant size to his frame to fully realize his potential. He has the upside and potential to develop into a future high-level player once his physical attributes catch up, so don’t be surprised if he’s a future stock riser in the rankings.