Houston Texans' Joe Mixon Out for 2025 Season

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon will miss the entire 2025 season due to a lingering foot injury sustained during the offseason, according to a report from NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 29-year-old veteran, who had been placed on the physically unable to perform list at the start of training camp, has shown inconsistent progress in his recovery and will not return to the field this year.

Mixon's absence marks a significant setback for the Texans, who are relying on a running back committee to bolster their 5-5 record as they push for the playoffs. The team acquired Mixon in free agency prior to the 2024 season after seven productive years with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he amassed 6,412 rushing yards and 49 touchdowns. In his debut campaign with Houston, Mixon rushed for 1,016 yards and 11 touchdowns while adding 309 receiving yards and another score, establishing himself as a key component of the offense.

The injury, described by team officials as complicated and involving the foot and ankle, has created uncertainty since the preseason. Houston general manager Nick Caserio addressed the situation on Sports Radio 610, noting the ambiguity in Mixon's recovery. "It's a...