Sun, Sep 29, 10:28 AM EDTAdam Schefterrotowire3 analyses
Joe Mixon is not expected to play in the upcoming game against the Jaguars due to an ankle injury. This absence will likely lead to Cam Akers taking over the lead role in the Texans' backfield. Mixon, who joined the Texans this offseason, had previously indicated he was preparing for a significant workload this season, training harder than ever before.
  • Joe Mixon is ruled out for Week 4 against the Jaguars.
  • Cam Akers will lead the Texans' backfield in Mixon's absence.
  • Mixon had been preparing for a heavy workload this season.
Joe Mixon | RB
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Injury
Week 4
  • Not slated to play due to an ankle injury.
  • Trained intensely this offseason for a heavy workload.
Cam Akers | RB
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Pickup
  • Expected to lead the backfield in Mixon's absence.
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  • Will rely on Cam Akers as the lead back with Mixon out.
  • Need to adjust offensive strategy without Mixon.