Joe Mixon’s recent injury has left the Houston Texans in need of another running back to keep the team’s offense going. In this case, the front office may have to look into Miles Sanders as a viable option.
Mixon has been listed as doubtful for Week 3 due to an ankle injury sustained during the previous game against the Chicago Bears. This injury occurred in a controversial moment involving a hip-drop tackle by linebacker T.J. Edwards, which has sparked discussion given that such tackles were banned in the offseason.
The running back missed all three practice sessions leading up to the game, raising concerns about his availability. In the matchup against the Bears, he left the field after the tackle, yet no penalty was called at the time, leading to Mixon expressing frustration on social media about the lack of action from the league regarding the tackle.
In the absence of Mixon, the Texans might face challenges in their backfield, especially since backup Dameon Pierce is also sidelined with a hamstring injury. This situation leaves Cam Akers and Dare Ogunbowale as the remaining options for the team.
Mixon had previously shown strong performance in the season opener, rushing for 159 yards and scoring a touchdown. His contribution is vital for the Texans as they look to maintain momentum in the early part of the season. As the team prepares for their upcoming game, the status of Mixon and the running back unit will be closely monitored.
Houston Texas Projected to Trade For Miles Sanders After Joe Mixon Injury
With Mixon unavailable, the Texans have to surround CJ Stroud with as much talent as possible. In an NFL analysis by Kristopher Knox for Bleacher Report, the front office may make a move on Miles Sanders to solve that need.
“While Sanders’ contract leaves him with little trade value, the rebuilding Panthers could use all the draft capital they can get. With injuries already impacting the running back landscape in 2024, there could be a market.
Sanders has flopped in Carolina, but he was a productive dual-threat in four seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles.
While Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon appeared to avoid a serious ankle injury on Sunday, the Texans could be in the market for additional depth. Backup Dameon Pierce was inactive for Week 2 with a hamstring injury,” Knox wrote.
A proposed trade for Sanders has emerged, as he has struggled since joining the Panthers. Despite his potential as a dual-threat back, the Texans would face challenges in acquiring him due to his contract and the Panthers’ need to retain draft capital.
While the move could enhance Houston’s running game, it remains uncertain whether such a trade will materialize. Ultimately, addressing the running back situation is crucial for the Texans’ success this season.
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