Derrell “Mookie” Mitchell

Class of 2016


Derrell played for the Toronto Argonauts and the Edmonton Eskimos between 1997-2007, was a five-time east All-Star and three-time CFL All Star. He is 9th on the all-time receiving yards list with 12,014 and was CFL rookie of the year in 1997. He held many receiving records including most receptions in a season with 160 in 1998; six seasons with over 1,000 yards receiving; 47 career receiving games with 100 yards or more; and one career game of 200 yards receiving. Derrell appeared in two Grey Cup games, winning in 1997 and 2005.

Playing Career

Toronto Argonauts
1997 - 2003
Edmonton Eskimos
2004 - 2006
Toronto Argonauts
2007

Awards/Honours

  • CFL All-Star
    1997, 1998, 2000
  • CFL Eastern All-Star
    1997, 1998, 2000 - 2002
  • CFL Most Outstanding Rookie
    1997
  • Most Pass Receptions in CFL Season (160)
    1998
  • Grey Cup Game Participation
    1997,2005
  • Grey Cup Winning Teams
    1997, 2005