Joe Mixon faces career-threatening degenerative foot injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 5:48 AM
Last updated Oct 7, 2026
Joe Mixon’s NFL future is in jeopardy due to a degenerative foot injury. The running back, who had a successful 2024 season with the Houston Texans, became a free agent but did not pass a physical with the Seattle Seahawks, which halted a potential signing. The severity of his condition could prevent him from returning to play, as degenerative injuries are often career-ending for athletes. There was little information shared about his injury prior, leading to speculation surrounding his status. The Seahawks had been looking for a healthy replacement for an injured player but opted not to sign Mixon following the physical evaluation.
- •Mixon rushed for 1,039 yards and 11 touchdowns in 2024.
- •He was a free agent after missing the entire previous season.
- •The Seahawks considered signing him but declined after his physical.
- •Degenerative foot injuries typically end careers for professional athletes.
- •Mixon’s status remains uncertain as recovery options are explored.
- 5:48 AMYahoo Sports — NFL RB Joe Mixon has ‘dengerative’ foot injury that could be career-ending
"Joe Mixon’s injury situation was one of the most fascinating situations to watch last season. The NFL running back was coming off an incredibly successful 2024 campaign that saw him return to form as one of the best at his position. However, a mysterious injury kept him out for the entire season. Neither the Houston Texans nor Mixon gave any […] The post NFL RB Joe Mixon has ‘dengerative’ foot injury that could be career-ending appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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