Eagles Rookie Quinyon Mitchell Shuts Down Commanders' Star Terry McLaurin

Philadelphia's first-round pick shows elite defensive skills in a victory over Washington.

Quinyon Mitchell, a rookie cornerback for the Philadelphia Eagles, successfully neutralized Washington's top receiver Terry McLaurin, who was not targeted on 20 routes against Mitchell.
Mitchell's standout performance is part of a consistent pattern this season, where he has limited other top receivers such as Ja'Marr Chase and CeeDee Lamb to minimal yardage.
Despite not having flashy stats like interceptions, Mitchell's ability to deter quarterbacks from throwing his way is earning him consideration for Defensive Rookie of the Year.
The Eagles' defense, under Vic Fangio, has shown significant improvement, ranking as the NFL's No. 2 pass defense, with Mitchell playing a crucial role.
Mitchell continues to focus on his development, receiving praise from teammates and opponents alike for his maturity and skill beyond his rookie status.