Mike mitchell texas tech transfer

We’ve officially reached the quiet part of the college football calendar. However, one major headline did break last week: Former Ohio State linebacker Mike Mitchell, a five-star recruit in 2012, announced he was transferring to Texas Tech.

In an exclusive interview with FOX Sports, Mitchell spoke publicly for the first time about his decision to transfer, what he learned at Ohio State and why he’s excited to become a Red Raider.

So you’re officially a Red Raider.

I guess the obvious first question is: How does it feel?

Oh, it feels amazing. It’s kind of like when I committed out of high school, only there’s the added perk of being so close to home. And of course getting back closer to my family.

Even still, from the minute I walked on campus, Tech just felt like home.

What was it about Texas Tech that made it the right fit?

Really, it was just all the coaches.

They all made me feel like I’d be a great fit and a great addition to what they were doin