ELIJAH MITCHELL NEWS

Why Kyle Shanahan Loves Elijah Mitchell Mitchell is a better fit in the 49ers’ current offensive scheme than Mason.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Logs eight snaps on offense Sunday Mitchell had four carries for 24 yards and was not targeted as a receiver in Sunday's 27-14 win over the Buccaneers.

Impact Mitchell spelled starter Christian McCaffrey for eight offensive snaps Sunday, which is right around what the backup has been receiving through seven appearances this season. The 25-year-old managed to average more than four yards per tote for the first time in 2023, but his season average still sits at an unsavory mark of 2.9 yards. Mitchell simply isn't receiving enough touches to offset his regression as a runner this season, leaving the backup with little to no fantasy value for Thursday's tilt against the Seahawks.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets 12 percent of snaps Mitchell had three carries for two yards and failed to bring in his lone target in Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Bengals.

Impact Mitchell was the only 49ers backup running back to receive carries for the second straight week. The 25-year-old wound up logging seven snaps on offense, but he barely made an impact in the box score Sunday. Mitchell's inconsistent play combined with a smaller role on offense this year should keep him out of fantasy lineups when San Francisco returns from its bye to face the Jaguars on Sunday, Nov. 12.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Only backup with touches Monday Mitchell lost one yard on his only carry in Monday's 22-17 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Starting tailback Christian McCaffrey (oblique) did not leave the field in Monday's loss despite playing at less than 100 percent. Mitchell was still able to get on the field via two-back sets for four offensive snaps (eight percent). The 25-year-old wound up being the only other backup to touch the ball against Minnesota despite losing favor to the hotter Jordan Mason in recent weeks. Mitchell appears to still be No. 2 on depth chart heading into next Sunday's game against Cincinnati despite struggling with his production (2.5 YPC) when he has been healthy enough to play this season.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fantasy football: Mason, Mitchell, Carr lead add/drops for Week 7 Jordan Mason, Elijah Mitchell and Derek Carr are among UPI senior sports writer Alex Butler’s top waiver-wire targets for Week 7 of the 2023...

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Jordan Mason Should Surpass Elijah Mitchell on 49ers Depth Chart Mason has been better than Mitchell all year. That’s because Mason has been healthy all year, while Mitchell has been injured off and on sin...

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Dre Greenlaw OUT vs. Browns; Elijah Mitchell Active for #SFvsCLE The 49ers will be without LB Dre Greenlaw versus the Cleveland Browns, and RB Elijah Mitchell will be back in action for the first time sinc...

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Elijah Mitchell y Dre Greenlaw En Duda Para Enfrentar a los Browns El entrenador en jefe de los 49ers, Kyle Shanahan, actualizó el reporte de lesionados previo al duelo contra los Cleveland Browns.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Elijah Mitchell Regresa y la Lesión de Dre Greenlaw Los San Francisco 49ers se preparan para su visita a Cleveland, analizando a los Browns, su próximo rival.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Elijah Mitchell Makes Tacklers Miss on an 18-Yard Burst San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell picked up a first down on an 18-yard run across midfield.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Elijah Mitchell Discussed How his Teammates Help him Improve his Skills | Press Pass San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell spoke to the media on Thursday.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

The 49ers Should Slowly Phase out Elijah Mitchell for Jordan Mason Both players got nearly the same amount of handoffs last season and had just about the same impact with the ball in their hands.

JULY 6, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Injury-riddled 2022 campaign Mitchell (groin) finished the regular season with 45 rushing attempts for 279 yards and two touchdowns across five healthy games.

Impact Mitchell suffered injuries to both of his knees at different points of the season, resulting in a loss of 12 games in addition to his starting role. The 24-year-old remained productive backing up Christian McCaffrey with a healthy 6.2 yards-per-carry average when healthy. Mitchell did suffer a groin injury during the 49ers' playoff run, but it was considered minor at the time. The standout 2021 sixth-round pick remains under contract for the 2023 campaign, putting him in position to spell McCaffrey if health permits.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' Mitchell to miss NFC title game with groin injury

San Francisco 49ers running back Elijah Mitchell was inactive for Sunday’s NFC championship game because of a groin injury

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers RB Elijah Mitchell (groin) inactive for NFC title game vs. Eagles 49ers RB Elijah Mitchell (groin) is inactive for San Francisco’s matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship Game.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • NFL.COM

Inactive Sunday Mitchell (groin) is inactive for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Eagles, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports..

Impact Mitchell approached the game listed as questionable after not practicing this past week, and he'll be unavailable Sunday, which sets the stage for Jordan Mason and Tevin Coleman to log complementary snaps behind top running back Christian McCaffrey, with the versatile Deebo Samuel also mixing in. If the 49ers defeat the Eagles, Mitchell's next chance to see game action will arrive Sunday, Feb. 12 in the Super Bowl.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

49ers inactives: RB Elijah Mitchell out vs. Eagles The 49ers will NOT have RB Elijah Mitchell for the NFC championship game.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Status in question for Sunday Mitchell (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's NFC Championship Game in Philadelphia, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact Both Mitchell and Christian McCaffrey (calf) were held out of drills Wednesday and Thursday, but only McCaffrey showed enough Friday to be cleared ahead of Sunday's contest. Coach Kyle Shanahan told Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News that Mitchell did take part in Friday's walkthrough, but the 49ers aren't yet ready to afford him the same luxury as McCaffrey after Mitchell logged a third consecutive DNP. Mitchell's status thus won't be known until about 90 minutes before Sunday's 3:00 p.m. ET kickoff. If Mitchell is limited or sidelined, Deebo Samuel (ankle), Jordan Mason, Tyrion Davis-Price and practice-squad member Tevin Coleman are the candidates to get reps at running back behind McCaffrey.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not on field Friday Mitchell (groin) wasn't spotted during the media-access portion of Friday's practice, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

Impact If Mitchell eventually goes down as a non-participant for a third straight session, it'll be interesting to see how the 49ers list him ahead of Sunday's NFC Championship Game in Philadelphia. On a positive note for San Francisco, though, Christian McCaffrey (calf) was taking part in drills Friday, one day removed from telling Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area that there's "zero" chance he doesn't play this weekend. Assuming McCaffrey eventually is cleared for the contest and some or all of Mitchell's reps are available, Deebo Samuel (ankle), Jordan Mason, Tyrion Davis-Price and practice-squad member Tevin Coleman are the candidates to mix in at running back behind McCaffrey.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

49ers' McCaffrey misses another practice, but vows to play

San Francisco 49ers star running back Christian McCaffrey missed his second straight practice with a calf injury but said he will be available for the NFC title game

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't practice Thursday Coach Kyle Shanahan said Mitchell (groin) won't take part in Thursday's practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Impact Both Mitchell and starting running back Christian McCaffrey (calf) have yet to log any on-field work this week, while Deebo Samuel (ankle) so far has managed limited sessions. According to Shanahan, there's an expectation that all three backfield options will be able to suit up for Sunday's NFC Championship Game in Philadelphia, but the entire situation should continue to be monitored to get a sense of who may get the larger share of the snaps at running back this weekend.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

49ers Open Up Practice Week Without Christian McCaffrey, Elijah Mitchell San Francisco's top two running backs, Christian McCaffrey and Elijah Mitchell, were sidelined from Wednesday's practice.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • 49ERS.COM

Sits out Wednesday's practice Mitchell (groin) won't practice Wednesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Mitchell, Christian McCaffrey (calf) and Deebo Samuel (ankle) are all sitting out Wednesday's practice to nurse injuries, but head coach Kyle Shanahan expects the trio of playmakers to be available for Sunday's NFC Championship Game, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. Mitchell and McCaffrey played through their respective injuries during the 49ers' divisional-round win over the Cowboys and were labeled as day-to-day by Shanahan on Monday, so it appears San Francisco is simply being cautious with its top two running backs. Following Wednesday's session, the 49ers will have two more practices before they decide whether to give Mitchell an official designation for the upcoming playoff matchup.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christian McCaffrey, Anthony Lynn connection pays dividends for 49ers

Christian McCaffrey has been a revelation for the 49ers since his midseason acquisition, aided by his bond with position coach Anthony Lynn.

JANUARY 24, 2023

Day-to-day with groin injury Mitchell (groin) is considered day-to-day, but coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that he expects Mitchell to play in Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Eagles, David Lombardi...

Impact Mitchell is in the same boat as Christian McCaffrey (calf), though this is the first mention of Mitchell's injury. McCaffrey out-touched Mitchell, 16-14, in the 19-12 win over the Cowboys in the divisional round, and both running backs should play sizable roles Sunday, even if their practice reps are limited in the week leading up to the game.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE