Hold up, 12s, because that Joe Mixon deal we all thought was happening? It’s officially off. After a whirlwind of rumors and a Monday report saying the Seattle Seahawks were set to add him to the practice squad, Tuesday brought a hard stop: his physical results meant no deal. ESPN’s Adam Schefter dropped the news, confirming what a league source told him. Mixon’s not joining our squad, and he’s staying a free agent. Talk about a curveball right before Week 5.
The Wild Ride of Joe Mixon’s Almost-Return
This whole situation has been a head-scratcher from the jump. Remember that whole “mystery foot injury” thing? Mixon, who is 30, missed the entire 2025 season with it, and honestly, we never got a full explanation. The whispers even had him telling former teammates he was done with football. Done! Then, out of nowhere, the long-time Bengal teased a return last Saturday. Jay Glazer followed up on Sunday, reporting Mixon was working out for our Seahawks. It felt like a gamble, given the injury history, but a veteran presence could have been a boost. Now, knowing the physical was the stopper, that mystery foot injury suddenly isn’t so mysterious after all; it’s why he isn’t wearing green and blue.
Who’s Actually Running the Rock for Seattle?
So, with Mixon off the table, what’s our backfield looking like? Good news first: the team *did* make an addition on Monday, poaching Robert Henry Jr. off the Washington Commanders’ practice squad. That’s a good move for depth, especially with the Mixon news. Heading into our Week 5 clash against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, our running back room will feature Emanuel Wilson, George Holani, Henry, and Velus Jones Jr. Jacardia Wright is still on the practice squad. And here’s a silver lining: Zach Charbonnet has started practicing again in his return from injury! He won’t suit up this Sunday, but knowing he’s getting closer is huge. We just pulled off a 30-23 win against the Chargers, and our run game needs to keep that momentum going, especially with the ‘Niners coming to town.
It’s a tough break for Mixon, and a clear sign that the team isn’t taking any chances with player health. Now, it’s up to the guys we’ve got to step up. Every yard, every carry, it’s going to matter when we face the 49ers this Sunday. Let’s see what these guys can do.
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Originally reported by Field Gulls.
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