Well, the Joe Mixon saga took a sharp turn for the Seahawks this week, and not in the way anyone expected. Our boys in green and blue brought the veteran running back in for a workout on Monday, hoping to bolster a position group described as “thin at running back.” But by Wednesday, Head Coach Mike Macdonald’s assessment was as blunt as it gets: “Didn’t work out.”
The Workout That Wasn’t
The news hit hard, especially with how tight the running back situation feels right now. When Macdonald was pressed about the decision not to sign Mixon, even to the practice squad, his response was short and to the point. He added, “Probably the most we should say about it with respect to the process. Those things happen and it’s a part of the process.” The word on the street is the team ultimately didn’t proceed due to his physical. It looked like it was going to happen, and then, just like that, it didn’t. For a team that could really use some extra juice in the backfield, passing on a veteran like Mixon after a workout definitely makes you scratch your head.
Mixon’s Health Continues to Be a Head-Scratcher
Part of this whole mystery probably comes down to Mixon’s health, which, honestly, has been shrouded in secrecy for a while now. Remember, the guy was on the Texans’ non-football injury list for the *entire* 2025 season. We never got a straight answer on what the actual problem was. That kind of uncertainty, especially when you’re looking to add depth to such a physically demanding position, has to be a huge red flag. Mixon is still a free agent, just floating out there, available to any team. And it’s not like nobody needs help; even teams like the Eagles are reportedly in the market for a running back.
What’s Next for the Emerald City’s Backfield?
So, here we are. The Seahawks are still “thin at running back,” and an opportunity to bring in a known name, even if for depth, has passed. The fact that the physical was the apparent blocker just adds another layer to the enigma. With Mixon off the table, the question remains: what’s the plan for our backfield? This team needs to figure out this running back depth issue, and fast. We’re gonna need every weapon we can get to grind through the rest of the season. Keep your eyes peeled, 12s, because this is a story that’s far from over.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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