Jayshawn Mitchell isn’t just playing football; he’s absolutely tearing it up, dropping a mind-blowing 294 yards and six touchdowns on just 23 carries in only two games this 2026 season for Brennan’s Bears. This junior running back, a 5-foot-11, 200-pound beast, has completely lived up to the massive hype surrounding him, and then some.
This Guy is a Certified Problem
The numbers don’t lie. Mitchell’s start has been nothing short of explosive, making the 1-1 Bears, currently No. 4 in the Express-News Power Rankings, a must-watch. Brennan coach Steve Basore put it perfectly: “He’s kind of lit up the field and he’s very capable and very talented.” He added, “We knew he was progressing and getting better. He’s really started the season with a bang, and I would anticipate him to continue to do some great things and continue on this trend.” Last week’s 63-0 blowout victory against Reagan showcased Mitchell’s ridiculous talent in full force. He racked up 141 yards and three scores from 2, 53, and 57 yards, all on a mere six carries. Oh, and he casually threw in a 55-yard punt return for another score. That’s just insane! Mitchell himself knows it, saying, “I didn’t really get the ball as much as I am this year, and I feel like I’m really proving myself with what I can do.” Mission accomplished, dude.
The Versatility That Has Colleges Drooling
If you only looked at Mitchell’s 2025 stats, you might not have seen this coming: he had just 255 yards and two touchdowns on 31 carries. Not exactly screaming “superstar.” But college recruiters and Brennan’s coaches? They knew. Mitchell is listed as the state’s No. 16 ranked recruit for the 2028 class by 247Sports, making him the highest local player. He’s already got 30 offers, including from absolute powerhouses like Alabama, Ohio State, Notre Dame, Texas A&M, and Texas. Coach Basore noted that even without “gaudy stats” last year, Mitchell “made a lot plays” and “has a very high ceiling.” What makes Mitchell such a hot commodity? His insane versatility. In 2025, he wasn’t just a running back; he was the Bears’ leading receiver with a whopping 34 catches for 555 yards and eight touchdowns. He lined up at wide receiver, in the slot, and even caught passes out of the backfield. Mitchell loves it, saying, “I like that they put me at slot and running back. That makes me very versatile, and a lot of college coaches really like that.” He learned to catch first, with his dad, Jamie Mitchell, teaching him from a young age, so it’s “second nature.” This kid can do it all.
Brennan’s Bears are heading into Week 3, and every single eye will be on Jayshawn Mitchell. Can he keep this absolutely torrid pace going? Given his talent, his versatility, and that fire he’s playing with, it feels like we’re just scratching the surface of what this kid can achieve. Get ready for more fireworks because Mitchell is proving everyone who believed in him right.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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