Latest News About Joe Mixon

Here’s the latest I can share about Joe Mixon based on recent reporting:

• Joe Mixon’s status with the Houston Texans has been uncertain after a 2025 season where he dealt with a foot injury. Reports indicate the team could move on, potentially via a release or other roster decision, as they evaluate his prognosis for 2026 [Fox Sports article referencing Houston Texans and injury/availability details].[3]
• There have been ongoing discussions about Mixon’s health and availability entering the 2026 season, with sources noting that he might not be ready for the season opener and that the Texans would consider the best path forward for all parties involved. The situation is described as a “moving target” by at least one Texans executive [Fox Sports article].[3]
• In early 2026, multiple outlets highlighted the possibility of the Texans using major cap-space relief by parting ways with Mixon, given his contract and the potential dead money implications, though the team has not publicly finalized his status. This includes discussions around an end-of-2025/early-2026 decision window and the likelihood of exploring other running back options [NBC Sports recap and Fox Sports coverage].[2][3]

If you want, I can pull the very latest updates from specific outlets (e.g., NFL.com, ESPN, Fox Sports, NBC Sports) and summarize any new developments or confirm whether Mixon has been released or placed on the physically unable to perform list for 2026. I can also look for any official team statements or contract changes. Would you like me to do that?

Citations:

• Fox Sports on Texans’ view of Mixon and potential release/availability for 2026.[3]
• NBC Sports overview of Mixon’s status and contract considerations with the Texans.[2]