History of Keaton Mitchell in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 12, 2026

Keaton Mitchell is an American football running back currently playing for the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL. After playing college football for the East Carolina Pirates, he entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent, signing with the Ravens in 2023. He is a professional athlete in the sport of American football.

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January 17, 2002: Keaton Mitchell's Birth

On January 17, 2002, Keaton Anthony Mitchell was born. He would later become a professional football running back.

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2013: Tay Cooper's Last 1,000+ Rushing Yard Season at ECU

In 2013, Tay Cooper was the last person to record over 1,000 rushing yards at East Carolina University, until Keaton Mitchell surpassed that mark in 2021.

2017: Mother Played in IFAF Women's World Championship

In 2017, Keaton Mitchell's mother, Kandice Mitchell, played for the United States women's national American football team during the IFAF Women's World Championship.

2020: Freshman Year at East Carolina

In 2020, as a true freshman at East Carolina, Keaton Mitchell appeared in nine games, starting two, and posted 88 rush attempts for 443 yards and two touchdowns, as well as 11 receptions for 75 yards and one touchdown.

2021: First 1,000+ Rushing Yard Season at ECU

In 2021, Keaton Mitchell started all 12 games and recorded over 1,000 rushing yards, becoming the first to do so at ECU since 2013. He led the American Athletic Conference (AAC) in rushing and all-purpose yards.

2022: Sophomore Season and All-American Honorable Mention

In 2022, during his sophomore year, Keaton Mitchell ran for 1,452 yards and scored 14 touchdowns. He was named an honorable mention All-American by Pro Football Focus (PFF) and was first-team All-AAC for the second straight year.