Fowler: Mixon working out for Seahawks on Monday
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Key Points:
- Joe Mixon missed the entire 2025 NFL season due to a mysterious foot injury that required surgery he underwent independently, leading to complications and stalled recovery, with no clear timeline for his return.
- The Houston Texans released Mixon with a non-football injury designation after the 2025 season, saving $8 million in cap space, and have shown uncertainty about his future, indicating they may explore other running back options.
- Veteran running back D'Andre Montgomery has been acquired by the Texans to likely serve as the team's starting running back in 2026, while younger players like Woody Marks are expected to take on expanded roles.
- Texans GM Nick Caserio and coach DeMeco Ryans have been evasive about Mixon's status, with Caserio confirming offseason surgery but offering no return timetable, and Ryans avoiding discussion of Mixon's injury since training camp.
- Despite Mixon's contract running through 2026, the team's lack of clarity and Mixon's own preference for privacy have contributed to speculation that he may not play again, at least not with the Texans.
