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Bobby MitchellBobby Mitchell Bobby Mitchell American football player and executive (1935–2020) For other people named Bobby Mitchell, see Bobby Mitchell (disambiguation). Robert Cornelius Mitchell (June 6, 1935 – April 5, 2020) was an American professional football player who was a halfback and wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Illinois Fighting Illini and professionally for the Cleveland Browns and Washington Redskins. In 1962 he was the first black player to sign with the Redskins, who were the last NFL team to racially integrate. Quick facts No. 49, Positions ... Bobby Mitchell Mitchell with the Cleveland Browns in 1959 No. 49 Positions Halfback, wide receiver Personal information Born (1935-06-06)June 6, 1935 Hot Springs, Arkansas, U.S.… (Source: Wikipedia)
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