Joe Mixon to miss extended time due to foot injury

Mixon's foot injury raises concerns for his future and the Texans' roster.

Joe Mixon faces lengthy absence due to foot injury

Joe Mixon has been placed on the non-football injury list, indicating that his foot injury is not related to game activity. According to Ian Rapoport, Mixon is likely to miss an extended period while he deals with this frustrating injury. The evaluation closer to the season's start will determine his timeline for return. There is concern around his $7 million base salary, with $4 million guaranteed, as missing practice could void those guarantees. Meanwhile, the Texans may need to rely on running back Nick Chubb if he fully recovers from his previous knee injury.

Mixon’s injury puts him in a precarious position, especially as it could affect his financial stability with the Texans. Should he fail to return to practice, the team may not be obligated to honor his guaranteed salary. This scenario stresses the importance of having depth in the roster, particularly with the return of Nick Chubb, who could seize the opportunity to shine for the Texans. The situation also reflects a growing trend in the league, where managing player health outside of football activities is becoming increasingly critical for team dynamics and financial policies.

Highlights

Team strategies may shift as player health becomes more critical in roster decisions.