Mitchell Van Dyk (born June 18, 1991) is a former American football offensive tackle and guard. He played college football at Portland State University for the Portland State Vikings and was drafted by the St. Louis Rams in the seventh round (with the 226th overall pick) of the 2014 NFL draft.
Early years
As a senior for Paso Robles High School, Van Dyk was converted from tight end to offensive tackle.
College career
Mitchell Van Dyk attended Portland State University. Van Dyk played in a total of 36 games and started 33 of them.
Van Dyk earned the starting spot at right tackle in 2011, and went on to twice win the Vikings' Offensive Lineman of the Year accolade. Following the 2013 season, he was selected as a third-team AP All-American honoree and was invited to the College All-Star Bowl hosted by Furman.
Professional career
St. Louis Rams
Van Dyk was drafted by the then-St. Louis Rams in the seventh round of the 2014 NFL Draft. He was released by the Rams on August 30, 2014 after the preseason.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Van Dyk signed a reserve/future contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers on January 15, 2015. Van Dyk spent the entire 2015 season on the Pittsburgh Steelers' injured reserve list after being waived-injured by the team on September 5, 2015.
Indianapolis Colts
On April 20, 2016, Van Dyk signed with the Indianapolis Colts. He was waived on May 2. On June 6, 2016, Van Dyk was re-signed to the Colts roster. On September 3, 2016, he was waived by the Colts as part of final roster cuts heading into the regular season.
San Francisco 49ers
On December 13, 2016, Van Dyk was signed to the 49ers' practice squad.
He participated in The Spring League in 2017.
