Joe Mixon Trade: Houston Texans Acquire Explosive Running Back

TLDRHouston Texans trade for Joe Mixon, giving up a late round pick. Mixon brings a north-south rushing style and is a tough tackle. Fit with Texans' under center running game is highly intriguing.

Key insights

Joe Mixon's 1-year, $6 million contract with the Houston Texans

Mixon's rushing style and ability to run under center

Mixon's potential to contribute to the Texans' improved rushing game

Comparison of Mixon's contract to other running backs

The Texans' offensive line injuries and their impact on the rushing game

Q&A

What did the Houston Texans give up to acquire Joe Mixon?

The Texans gave up a late round pick to acquire Joe Mixon.

What is Joe Mixon's contract with the Houston Texans?

Joe Mixon signed a one-year contract worth $6 million with the Houston Texans.

How does Joe Mixon's rushing style fit with the Texans' offense?

Joe Mixon's north-south rushing style is highly intriguing for the Texans' under center running game.

How does Joe Mixon compare to other running backs in terms of contract value?

Joe Mixon's contract is a bit less than Aaron Jones' contract and a bit more than Devin Singletary and Austin Ekeler's contracts.

How did injuries to the Texans' offensive line impact their rushing game?

The Texans had multiple offensive line injuries last season, which affected their rushing game. With a healthier offensive line, the Texans' rushing game should improve.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Houston Texans acquire Joe Mixon in a trade. Details of the trade.

00:20Discussion on Joe Mixon's rushing style and under center running game.

01:00Comparison of Joe Mixon's contract to other running backs in the league.

01:46Analysis of the impact of injuries to the Texans' offensive line on the rushing game.