FOXBORO — Malcolm Mitchell, who last played with the Patriots in Super Bowl LI and missed the entire 2017-18 season, underwent a knee procedure and may miss this season, as well.
Mark Daniels of the Providence Journal reported on the surgery Monday evening.
In an attempt to determine a cause and solution for his ongoing knee pain, Malcolm Mitchell had another surgery on Monday. His career with the Patriots could be coming to an end. https://t.co/NtfkkeOFL0
— Mark Daniels (@MarkDanielsPJ) July 23, 2018
Mitchell, selected in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft, caught 32 passes for 401 yards and four touchdowns during his rookie year.
He fought through knee issues during training camp last season and was placed on Injured Reserve September 7. It was speculated that Mitchell might return, but he was unable to perform and didn't play again as the Patriots advanced to Super Bowl LII.
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