Seattle Seahawks throw Joe Mixon another chance in the NFL following backfield disaster
Joe Mixon agreed to terms with the Seattle Seahawks after months of retirement rumors, bringing a Pro Bowl resume and a complicated off-field history.
The Seattle Seahawks have signed veteran running back Joe Mixon to address their depleted backfield following injuries and departures. Mixon, who missed the 2025 season with a foot injury, will start on the practice squad. Despite a history of off-field incidents and legal issues, Mixon has Pro Bowl selections and a 1,000-yard rushing season in 2024 to his name.
- Seattle Seahawks signed veteran running back Joe Mixon.
- The move comes after the Seahawks’ running back room was depleted due to injuries and departures.
- Mixon missed the entire 2025 season recovering from a foot injury.
- He has a history of off-field incidents, including a 2014 assault and a 2023 road-rage charge.
- Mixon earned Pro Bowl selections in 2021 and 2024, and rushed for over 1,000 yards in 2024 with the Houston Texans.
- He will begin on the practice squad to regain game shape.
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