James Mitchell signed a 4 Years, $3,902,552 contract with the Detroit Lions on May 12, 2022. The contract runs through the 2025 season and has an average annual value of $975,638. It also came with a $242,552 signing bonus and $242,552 guaranteed. Mitchell was represented by Clarity Football in negotiations.
| Year | Base Salary | Cap Hit | Cap % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $705,000 | $765,638 |
0.37%
|
| 2023 | $870,000 | $930,638 |
0.41%
|
| 2024 | $985,000 | $1,045,638 |
0.41%
|
| 2025 | $1,100,000 | $1,160,638 |
0.44%
|