🔥 Trending Jonathan Mingo: What You Need to Know About the NFL Player

Jonathan Mingo is an American professional football player who currently plays as a wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys ¹. He gained prominence through his college football career at Ole Miss before being drafted into the National Football League (NFL) ¹.

Early Life and College Career

Jonathan Mingo was born on April 20, 2001, in Brandon, Mississippi ¹. He attended Ole Miss (University of Mississippi) for his college football career ¹. During his time at Ole Miss, Mingo showcased his skills as a wide receiver, which eventually led to him being a highly-touted prospect for the NFL Draft.

NFL Career

Mingo was selected by the Carolina Panthers as a second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft ³. He spent less than two years with the Panthers before being traded to the Dallas Cowboys ². This trade reportedly "blindsided" Mingo ².

As of August 2026, Mingo has one year remaining on his rookie contract ³. However, his status with the Cowboys for the upcoming season is described as "shaky at best," and it is uncertain if he is guaranteed a spot on the roster ³⁶. The Cowboys' 2026 roster rundown indicates that while Mingo is on the team, his future is not as secure as some other players ⁶.

Physical Attributes

Mingo is listed at 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters) tall ¹.

Other Notable Individuals with the Surname Mingo

It is important not to confuse Jonathan Mingo with other individuals sharing the surname. For instance, Barkevious Mingo is another American former professional football player, born on October 4, 1990, who played as an outside linebacker ⁴. The surname "Mingo" also refers to a Native American tribe and language, and is a place name in several U.S. states ⁸.

Additionally, "Jonathan" is a common given name of Hebrew origin ⁵. There is also a professional BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) esports athlete and streamer known as Jonathan Gaming (Jonathan Amaral) ⁷.