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Texans Confirm Joe Mixon Will Miss Entire Preseason, Add Nick Chubb for Backfield Depth

Mixon remains on the non-football injury list with a lingering foot ailment prompting Houston to rely on Nick Chubb until his targeted September return.

Houston Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. (24) signs autographs for fans after an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Alex Perez, right, throws a pass to his son, Alex Paul Perez, during an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Julianna Ventura, right, poses of a photo with Houston Texans mascot Toro during an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) signs autographs for fans after an NFL training camp practice at Houston Methodist Training Center in Houston, Saturday, July 26, 2025.

Overview

  • Joe Mixon will sit out all preseason games as he rehabs a persistent foot injury that surfaced in spring workouts.
  • The Texans placed Mixon on the non-football injury list before training camp to ensure a cautious recovery.
  • Houston signed former Browns Pro Bowl back Nick Chubb to a one-year deal to shore up its running back room.
  • Chubb has participated in every training camp practice and is already taking first-team reps in Mixon’s absence.
  • The team aims to have Mixon ready for the Sept. 7 season opener against the Los Angeles Rams after his rehab progresses.