By Sunday Philadelphia Eagles rookie cornerback Quinyon Mitchell left Sunday’s divisional playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams with a shoulder injury after a hard hit on quarterback Matthew Stafford. His return was listed as questionable. Before exiting, Mitchell recorded one tackle and a pass deflection, continuing his strong rookie campaign. The Eagles, battling snowy conditions at Lincoln Financial Field, looked to advance to the NFC Championship with a win.
Mitchell’s absence was immediately felt as backup cornerback Isaiah Rodgers stepped in. The Rams capitalized on the rookie’s departure, with Stafford completing a 48-yard pass to wide receiver Demarcus Robinson against Rodgers’ coverage. Although Rodgers nearly intercepted the throw, it set up a Rams field goal, tightening the game to 13-10. Mitchell’s injury created a significant challenge for the Eagles’ secondary.
Despite his early exit, Mitchell’s rookie season has been nothing short of impressive. Starting 16 games alongside veteran Darius Slay, he tallied 46 tackles, 12 pass deflections, and secured his first career interception in last week’s wild-card victory over the Packers. His consistent performance established him as a key contributor to the Eagles’ defense.
As the Eagles fight for their postseason dreams, Mitchell’s status remains uncertain. A victory would set up a meeting with the Washington Commanders in the NFC Championship. For now, the team must adapt without one of their brightest young stars while hoping for his swift recovery in time to make an impact later in the playoffs.