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Joe Mixon has been in the spotlight for the Houston Texans ahead of their divisional-round game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The running back has been integral to Houston's offense, but reports suggest that he is dealing with an ankle injury heading into the matchup against the Chiefs.
Hence, fans want to know whether Mixon will play in the second-round playoff game Saturday.
Joe Mixon injury update ahead of divisional round clash vs. Chiefs?
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According to NFL Insider Ian Rapoport, Joe Mixon has a "real shot" at playing against the Chiefs on Saturday. However, the running back is still listed as questionable on the Texans' injury report.
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Mixon took part in full practice on Tuesday but then popped up on the injury report on Wednesday with an ankle injury. He was limited in practice Wednesday but then did not practice Thursday.
While there are concerns about Mixon's ankle injury, he is leaning toward suiting up for the Texans in ther divisional round game Saturday.
How has Texans RB Joe Mixon performed this season?
Mixon has been among the top running backs in the league this season. Across 14 games in the regular season, he racked up 1,016 yards and 11 touchdowns on 245 carries.
Mixon also contributed 309 yards and a TD on 36 receptions. However, he missed three games due to an ankle injury earlier in the season.
In Houston's 32-12 wild card round victory against the LA Chargers, Mixon rushed for 106 yards and a touchdown on 25 carries. He also made one catch for 13 yards.
The Texans will want Mixon to continue his strong run when they travel to face the reigning Super Bowl champions on Saturday. Here's a look at the TV schedule and live stream details for the Texans-Chiefs divisional round game, where you can catch Mixon in action.
- Date: Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025
- Time: 4:30 p.m. EST
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: NFL+
- Venue: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri
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