Before the Colts traded AD Mitchell to the Jets as part of the Sauce Gardner deal, another team had expressed interest in acquiring him.

This earlier pursuit highlights the value and demand for Mitchell among NFL teams prior to the eventual trade.

Understanding the full context of the trade provides deeper insight into the strategies behind roster moves leading up to the draft.
https://coltswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2025/11/08/browns-planned-trade-colts-ad-mitchell-before-jets/87175802007/