Mitchell Melton (born March 17, 2002) is an American professional football defensive end for the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes and for the Virginia Cavaliers.
Early life Melton attended Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Olney, Maryland. He was rated as a three-star recruit by 247Sports, committed to play college football for the Ohio State Buckeyes over offers from other schools such as Maryland, Michigan, Nebraska, Notre Dame, Ole Miss, Pittsburgh, Purdue, Texas A&M, Virginia, Virginia Tech, and Wisconsin.
College career Ohio State In his first three seasons from 2020 to 2022, Melton redshirted and only appear in one game due to multiple season-ending injuries. In 2023, he recorded three tackles with all three being for a loss and a sack in eight game. In 2024, Melton helped the Buckeyes win a National Championship, after recording 12 tackles and two sacks. After the conclusion of the season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal.
Virginia Melton transferred to play for the Virginia Cavaliers. In 2025, he notched 45 tackles with ten going for a loss, five sacks, an interception, and three forced fumbles. After the season, Melton declared for the NFL draft.
Professional career
After not being selected in the 2026 NFL draft, Melton signed with the Indianapolis Colts as an undrafted free agent. On August 30, he was waived as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.
References
External links Indianapolis Colts bio Ohio State Buckeyes bio Virginia Cavaliers bio