Joe Mixon suggests retirement as NFL career uncertainty lingers

Joe Mixon has reportedly expressed to former teammates that he believes his NFL career is over. The 28-year-old running back, who had successful stints with the Cincinnati Bengals and Houston Texans, has not publicly announced his retirement. Mixon's career included five 1,000-yard rushing seasons and two Pro Bowl selections, but his time on the field was severely hindered by a foot and ankle injury suffered in January 2025. He was released by the Texans in March 2026 after failing to recover sufficiently from what was described as a “freak medical condition.” With no current team lined up, Mixon's future in the league remains uncertain. As it stands, he has not officially retired.

• 6:04 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Mixon believes his NFL career is over per NFL insider