Overview
- Multiple outlets reported Sunday that the Seahawks brought free-agent running back Joe Mixon in for a medical and football workout, with Fox Sports’ Jay Glazer first reporting the visit.
- Seattle’s running back room has been depleted after first-round rookie Jadarian Price was placed on injured reserve and Zach Charbonnet remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list.
- Mixon missed the entire 2025 season with a foot injury and was released by the Houston Texans in March with a non-football injury designation, so his medical status is the central question for teams.
- When healthy Mixon has been productive, compiling five 1,000-yard seasons and rushing for 1,016 yards with 11 touchdowns for Houston in 2024, which is why he remains an attractive short-term option.
- If Mixon passes Seattle’s medical and conditioning checks the team would likely pursue a low-cost solution such as a practice-squad deal or short contract to provide immediate depth and buy time for recovering players.