Joe Mixon: Bucs' Low-Risk Option at RB

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Tevbe Buccaneers face a big gap at running back heading into 2026 free agency. Their main guy, Rashad White, seems set to hit the market, and they passed on offering Sean Tucker a restricted free agent tender. Now, a proven veteran just became available that could fill the void perfectly. Earlier this week, the Houston Texans released Joe Mixon after two seasons with the team. Mixon, a former second-round pick, brings serious experience with 5-1,000 yard rushing seasons under his belt. He's versatile, too, catching passes and scoring in bunches over his eight-year career. Fans and analysts are buzzing about Mixon's pro bowl pedigree from 2021 and 2024. He's racked up over 7,400 rushing yards and 60 touchdowns starting more than 100 games. For the Bucks, he could back up Bucky Irving or even take the lead role.

1:01In his last full year, 2024, Mixon ran for over 1,000 yards and 11 scores while adding 300 receiving yards. That makes him a reliable option if teams overlook his past bumps. The Bucks might see him as a smart, low-risk addition to steady their backfield. Still, health remains the big question. Mixon has missed 38 games career-wide, including the entire 2025 season due to a serious leg injury. He pushed for his own release, hinting he's ready for a comeback, but any team signing him walks a fine line between bargain and bust. Quick thanks to today's sponsor, see the description for more. Sally Pillow is a pillow with built-in headphones, lay back, press play, and disappear into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I.