Texans Release Joe Mixon, Save Cap Space

0:00On March 6th, here's the latest surrounding the NFL. The Houston Texans are letting go of veteran running back Joe Mixon. This move saves him $8.5 million in salary cap space, though they will carry $2 million in debt money. Mixon had just one year left on his deal. The team's signal this was coming by trading for David Montgomery from the Detroit Lions. Mixon also sat out the entire 2025 season with a foot injury, leaving his future unclear. Back in January, Texans coach Domeco Ryan's told reporters he had no idea of Mixon would return. Over his career, Mixon has been steady, topping 1,000 yards from scrimmage six times in eight seasons while averaging 4.1 yards per. Carry. After joining Houston be a trade in March 2024, Mixon became their first 1,000 yard rusher since 2019. Without him last year, Woody March led the team with 703 rushing yards, and Nick Chubb had 506. A healthy Mixon might have boosted their playoff run,

1:02especially in that divisional loss to New England, where they managed just 48 rushing yards. Now a fresh start could help him land a backup role somewhere else. This episode is supported by our sponsor, See Details in the description. Your bedtime ritual just got better. Built in sound, built in comfort, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.