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Mixon enters the Seattle setup looking to provide immediate experience to a group currently dealing with personnel shortages. The move was finalized shortly after the Seahawks placed rookie first-round draft pick Jadarian Price on injured reserve this past Saturday. Price is expected to be sidelined for at least the next three games due to a chest injury, creating a void that the team moved quickly to address.
Background and Roster Context
The 30-year-old running back arrives in Seattle following a stint with the Houston Texans, who released him in March. His tenure in Houston was cut short after he was sidelined for the entirety of the 2025 season due to a foot injury. Prior to that setback, Mixon enjoyed a productive 2024 campaign, where he recorded 1,016 rushing yards and 11 touchdowns, earning Pro Bowl honors in his debut season with the Texans.
Before his time in Houston, Mixon spent seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals, the team that originally selected him in the second round of the 2017 NFL Draft. Throughout his professional career, the two-time Pro Bowler has accumulated 7,428 rushing yards and 60 rushing touchdowns, while also contributing in the passing game with 2,448 receiving yards and 14 touchdown catches.
Current Seahawks Backfield Dynamics
The Seahawks' running back room has seen significant movement in recent days.
Beyond the current starters, the team is also awaiting the return of Zach Charbonnet, who is working his way back from the physically unable to perform list. Additionally, Velus Jones Jr., who was promoted from the practice squad on Saturday, remains part of the active rotation. With Mixon now joining the fold, the Seahawks aim to stabilize their ground game as they prepare for the remainder of their schedule.
