Joe Mixon’s attempted NFL comeback with the Seahawks is officially off, just one day after initial reports had him headed for Seattle’s practice squad. ESPN insider Adam Schefter broke the news that the deal won’t happen, a sudden twist after the veteran running back underwent a physical with the team.
The Physical That Killed the Deal
It all hinged on that physical. After buzzing news of Mixon joining the Emerald City, the Seahawks made the call not to sign him following his evaluation. This isn’t just about cold feet from the team; it points directly to Mixon’s recent injury history, a massive hurdle for any player looking to jump back into the grueling NFL season. Our Hawks aren’t messing around when it comes to player health, and that’s exactly what you want to see.
A “Freak” Injury Kept Him Out
Mixon, 30 years old, sat out the entire 2025 season because of a foot injury. The former Houston Texans back suffered what their general manager, Nick Caserio, called a “freak” injury away from the team facility during the 2025 offseason. Houston ultimately released Mixon in March, which made his potential landing in Seattle a big story for a brief moment. Clearly, that foot injury, even after a year, remains a significant concern, enough for our Hawks to pump the brakes.
The Hawks just notched a solid 30-23 win against the Los Angeles Chargers, a gritty performance that shows this squad knows how to battle. While the Mixon saga is now closed, Head Coach Mike Macdonald’s crew keeps pushing through this regular season. The focus remains on the players who are here and ready to fight for the 12s every single week.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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