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**Las Vegas, NV — June 8, 2025**

The Las Vegas Riders have issued an official statement regarding wide receiver **Darnell Mitchell**, following speculation surrounding his absence from practice and recent social media activity.

The team’s front office released the statement early Sunday morning:

“After ongoing discussions with Darnell Mitchell and his representatives, the Las Vegas Riders confirm that Darnell has taken an excused personal leave from team activities. We fully support Darnell during this time and ask for respect of his privacy as he navigates personal matters.”

Mitchell, a second-round draft pick in 2023, has quickly become one of the team’s top offensive weapons. His absence from OTA (Organized Team Activities) sessions last week led to rumors of injury or possible trade talks. However, today’s statement appears to refute such claims.

Sources close to the organization say the leave is unrelated to team performance or contract issues, and Mitchell is expected to return before the start of training camp in July.

The statement has drawn widespread attention from fans and sports analysts alike. While most supporters have shown understanding and sent messages of support on social media, others have voiced concern over the timing of the absence, just weeks before preseason preparations intensify.

Head coach Marcus Traylor also addressed the situation briefly at Sunday’s press conference:

“Darnell’s health and well-being come first. He’s part of this team’s future, and we stand with him. Football can wait.”

Mitchell himself has not yet made a personal statement, but posted a cryptic Instagram story late Saturday with the caption: *“Sometimes stepping back is the only way forward.”*

As the Riders continue their off-season preparations, the organization remains tight-lipped about specifics — but their unified stance on player support sends a clear message: compassion over speculation.

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