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Tony Mitchell Says He Feared Alabama CFB Career Was over After Arrest on Drug Charge

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In March, incoming Alabama freshman defensive back Tony Mitchell was arrested on a drug-related charge. He recently acknowledged that his college football career could have ended before it even started.

According to ESPN, Mitchell said in a video posted to social media that he feared "something much bigger could have happened" following his arrest.

"I didn't know if I'd be able to play football again, but I continued to work out and stay close with the Lord and those who love me unconditionally," Mitchell said. "During those times, it helped me to keep my mind off it.