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Mitch Terrell

  • Class
  • Induction
    2009
  • Sport(s)
    Football

- Defensive back

- Played at Ole Miss, 1960-62

- Played wide receiver, running back and defensive back as well returning punts and kickoffs at Delta State

- Selected co-captain for football team, 1964

- Selected Most Valuable Player, 1964

- Selected Most Outstanding Senior Athlete by Jackson Touchdown Club

- Ranked No. 4 for longest punt return in DSU history: 82 yards

- Selected to Who’s Who Among American Colleges & Universities, 1964

- Played professional football with the Minnesota Vikings, 1965-66

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