The Houston Texans have decided to move on from veteran running back Joe Mixon on Friday, according to @Djbienaime of ESPN. The decision marks the end of Mixon's tenure with the organization following a season defined by injury.
Mixon missed the entirety of the 2025 NFL season after suffering a significant foot injury. Despite high expectations for his impact on the Houston offense, the veteran was unable to suit up for a single regular-season game during the campaign. The Texans backfield was forced to adapt in his absence, and the team is now officially looking in a different direction for the upcoming year.
Prior to joining the Texans, Mixon was a cornerstone of the Cincinnati Bengals offense for seven seasons, where he earned a Pro Bowl selection and recorded multiple 1,000-yard rushing seasons. His departure on Friday allows Houston to clear space on the roster and potentially address the running back position through free agency or the draft. Mixon will now enter the market as a free agent looking to prove he has recovered from the foot ailment that cost him his 2025 season.
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