Texans officially release RB Joe Mixon
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Key Points:
- The Houston Texans released running back Joe Mixon after he requested the move, making him a free agent with an uncertain future in the NFL.
- The Texans recently traded for David Montgomery from the Detroit Lions to replace Mixon as their lead running back.
- Mixon missed the entire last season due to a mysterious off-field foot injury that required surgery this offseason, according to Texans GM Nick Caserio.
- By releasing Mixon, the Texans save $8.5 million in salary cap space.
- Mixon, turning 30 this summer, was a Pro Bowler in 2024 with 1,016 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns, and he has career totals of 7,428 rushing yards and 60
