The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to terms with veteran running back Joe Mixon, bringing the 30-year-old back to the NFL after he missed the entire 2025 season with a foot injury. Mixon participated in a workout with the team on Monday before finalizing the agreement, which initially places him on the practice squad as he works to regain game shape and learn the offensive playbook.
Backfield Shuffling in Seattle
Mixon arrives as the Seahawks manage multiple injuries in their backfield. First-round draft pick Jadarian Price was recently placed on injured reserve due to a chest injury, while running back Zach Charbonnet continues his recovery from a knee injury. The team currently holds a 3-1 record and sits near the top of the NFC standings, making veteran depth a priority as the roster manages these early-season absences.
Mixon Brings Pro Bowl Experience to Seattle
Selected in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals, Mixon rushed for over 1,000 yards in five different seasons during his career. He spent his first seven seasons in Cincinnati before moving to the Houston Texans. His 2024 campaign in Houston yielded 1,016 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns across 14 games, earning him his second career Pro Bowl nod.
Foot injuries sidelined Mixon for the entire 2025 campaign, and the Texans released him in March 2026, making him a free agent. While Seattle does not need to immediately hand him a heavy workload, his track record offers an experienced option for the offense once he accelerates his conditioning.
Questions Surrounding the New Signing
How quickly can Joe Mixon return to game speed after missing a full season? Football operations staff in Seattle will monitor his conditioning during practice squad sessions to determine when he is ready for active roster elevation.
What does this mean for the current running back rotation? Mixon joins the organization to provide a reliable insurance policy while Jadarian Price recovers from his chest injury and Zach Charbonnet works back from his knee issue.
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