Archive · 21 Nov 2025
Joe Mixon's Foot Injury: Texans Star's 2025 Season in Doubt
Houston Texans' star running back Joe Mixon has been out all season with a foot injury that happened off the field.
The team and coaches haven't given many details, but it's looking like Mixon won't play this year.
Last season, he was great, rushing for 1,016 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Joe Mixon, Houston Texans RB, has not played or practiced in 2025 due to a foot injury
Injury occurred away from team facilities and was not football-related
Mixon placed on NFI list in July, ruling him out for first four games
Texans GM Nick Caserio and coach DeMeco Ryans have provided limited updates
Multiple sources report Mixon unlikely to play in 2025, ending his season without a snap
- Who
- Joe Mixon, Houston Texans
- What
- Foot injury
- When
- Injury occurred before 2025 season, Mixon ruled out for first four games in July
- Where
- Houston Texans' facilities
- Why
- Injury happened away from team facilities and was not football-related
Texans' Stance
Fans & Media
Transparency
Texans' Stance
Texans have been vague about Mixon's injury and recovery timeline
Fans & Media
Fans and media want more clarity and updates on Mixon's status
- Age
- 29
- Position
- Running Back
- 2024 Stats
- 1,016 rushing yards, 11 TDs
- Texans Record
- 5-5, AFC playoff bubble
- NFI List Status
- Placed in July 2025, eligible to return in Week 5