This move comes after Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reported Mixon was sidelined in the spring because of an ankle injury. While he is on the non-football injury list to start training camp, Wilson noted his outlook was generally positive.

HOUSTON -- Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon is starting training camp on the non-football injury list. Mixon, a Pro Bowler last season in his first year with the Texans, didn't practice during OTAs and minicamp because of an ankle injury.

The Houston Texans placed Joe Mixon on the non-football injury (NFI) list, the team announced Wednesday. Mixon ranked ninth in rushing yards per game in 2024. The Texans also placed running backs Dameon Pierce and J.