The Houston Texans continue to navigate the season without star running back Joe Mixon, whose recovery from a lingering foot-ankle injury remains uncertain.

Although Mixon became eligible to return weeks ago, head coach DeMeco Ryans confirmed that the veteran is still “not ready” to take the field, according to reporter Aaron Wilson. The outlook isn’t promising, and there’s growing concern within the organization that Mixon might not play at all in 2025.

It’s an unexpected setback for a player who was supposed to be a cornerstone of Houston’s offense. Mixon, 29, signed a three-year, $27 million extension in 2024 after a strong debut season with the Texans, rushing for over 1,000 yards and scoring 12 total touchdowns.

His presence was expected to complement the new addition, Nick Chu

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