Is Joe Mixon playing today vs. Chargers? Exploring Texans RB's status for Wild Card Weekend

Joe Mixon has been in the spotlight for the Houston Texans ahead of their wild-card game against the LA Chargers. The running back has been one of the best offensive weapons for the Texans this season and fans want to know if Mixon will play on Saturday.

Is Joe Mixon playing today vs. Chargers?

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Barring any late injury or setback, Joe Mixon will be available against the Chargers. The Texans RB is listed as active and is expected to suit up for the wild-card game.

Mixon also kept away from the injury report during the week. He took part in full practice sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. All signs point toward Mixon playing in the first round postseason game.

Mixon signed with the Texans in the 2024 offseason, after playing seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. He has enjoyed a fine debut campaign and will want to continue his good run into the postseason.

How has Texans RB Joe Mixon performed this season?

Mixon has been one of the best RBs running backs in the league. The Texans star racked up 1,016 yards and 11 touchdowns on 245 carries. He has also contributed 309 yards and a TD on 36 receptions across 14 games.

Mixon, who posted seven games with 100+ rushing yards this season, earned a Pro Bowl honor. It is the second Pro Bowl selection of his career.

The Texans will be reliant on Mixon to deliver the goods with his running game when they host the LA Chargers at NRG Stadium on Saturday.

How to watch Texans vs. Chargers wild-card game? TV channel and live stream details for playoff contest

The Texans vs. Chargers wild-card game will be broadcast live on CBS. There will be an alternate broadcast on Nickelodeon, while locals in Houston can watch the matchup on KHOU-CBS.

The Texans-Chargers game can also be live streamed on Fubo or NFL+.

• Date: Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025
• Time: 4:30 p.m. EST
• TV channel: CBS and Nickelodeon on national TV, KHOU-CBS (for locals in Houston)
• Live stream: NFL+ or Fubo
• Venue: NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas