Joe Mixon May Walk Away from NFL After Brutal Foot Injury: Report
Summary
NFL running back Joe Mixon suffered a serious foot injury that led to complications and surgery, causing him to likely end his football career. Although he has not officially retired, Mixon has told friends he will not play football again, and the Houston Texans released him in March 2024 due to his injury.Key Facts
- Joe Mixon was traded from the Cincinnati Bengals to the Houston Texans in March 2024.
- The Texans gave Mixon a three-year, $27 million contract extension.
- He did not play during the 2024 season due to a foot injury labeled as a non-football injury.
- The injury worsened because of an infection and poor blood flow to his foot.
- Mixon tried various treatments, including overseas care and specialist visits in Florida, but none helped.
- He recently had surgery and has told former teammates he likely will not play football again.
- The Texans released Mixon with a non-football injury designation in March 2024.
- Mixon finished his NFL career with 7,428 rushing yards and 60 touchdowns over eight seasons.
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