The Houston Texans released Mixon on March 6 after he missed the entire 2025 season with a foot injury that required surgery, ending a run that began with a strong 2024 debut in which he rushed for 1,016 yards and earned his second Pro Bowl nod.
The 30-year-old is one of the top backs still available, but his major foot surgery and lack of a public health update are the primary reasons he has remained unsigned. Here are the top landing spots.
Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks are a logical fit and were named a top landing spot by Bleacher Report.
Seattle lost Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III in free agency and drafted Notre Dame back Jadarian Price, but the depth behind Price and Zach Charbonnet, who is coming off a torn ACL, is thin.
Mixon would give the Seahawks a proven veteran to add stability and short-yardage punch to a backfield with real questions.
New York Giants
The Giants' desire to add a high-profile running back has been one of the worst-kept secrets of the offseason.
New York has been linked to veteran backs throughout the offseason, and Mixon's three-down skill set and pass-protection ability would fit a team looking to take pressure off its quarterback situation.
He would give the Giants an experienced runner capable of handling a significant workload if healthy.
Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys always find their way into these conversations.
Owner Jerry Jones typically does not make big free-agency splashes, but 2026 could be the year to address the backfield, and Mixon would provide a veteran presence and short-yardage ability behind their current group.
His familiarity with pass protection and ball security would make him a reliable addition for a Dallas offense with plenty of firepower.
Everything depends on what version of Mixon shows up once he proves his health, but if he checks out medically, several teams could use his experience before the season begins.
