When will Joe Mixon return and play? Will Joe Mixon be back again this season? Read the latest Joe Mixon injury updates and return date for Week 3 (2025).

Houston Texans lead running back Joe Mixon has been sidelined since the middle of July due to foot and ankle injuries. Since the start of the season, Mixon has been on the non-football injury/reserve list, which will keep him sidelined till at least Week 5.

However, the Texans have yet to suggest Mixon is making any progress, as he has yet to return to the practice field.

When will Joe Mixon return to action, and what is his fantasy football outlook when he does? Let's dive in. Be sure to check all of our fantasy football rankings for 2025:

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