Texas defensive tackle Sydir Mitchell has entered the transfer portal, according to multiple reports. The second-year player and former four-star recruit has three years of eligibility remaining.
Mitchell, a 6-foot-5, 335-pound lineman, appeared in four games during the 2023 season. He made his Longhorn debut in the season opener against Rice and recorded solo tackles in wins over Wyoming and Kansas, as well as in the Big 12 Championship Game victory against Oklahoma State.
Mitchell, a native of Oradell, N.J, was a standout at his high school Bergen Catholic. He was a two time all-division honoree and a two-time state champion, he was selected for the 2023 Under Armour All-America Game.
Over his high school career, Mitchell earned numerous accomplishments, including first-team honors in the Super Football Conference United Red All-Division team in multiple seasons. He was rated as one of the top defensive linemen in the country by ESPN, On3, Rivals, and 247Sports.
Mitchell also played basketball during his prep career and was named a MaxPreps Freshman All-American as an offensive lineman in 2019.
It’s unclear where a possible landing spot for Mitchell might be. The Texas Longhorns will take on the Clemson Tigers on December 21st in the first round of the College Football Playoff.