“Joe Mixon Returns to Practice with Texans: A Bold Stand on NFL Safety Sparks Heated Debate!”

As the Houston Texans gear up for their matchup against the New England Patriots, all eyes are on the potential return of star running back Joe Mixon. After suffering an ankle injury in Week 2, Mixon’s recovery has been closely monitored, and reports from practice indicate he could be ready to hit the field again. The play that sidelined him—a controversial hip-drop tackle by Chicago Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards—continues to weigh on his mind. With a contentious debate swirling around player safety and penalties in the NFL, Mixon’s frustration is palpable as he prepares to reclaim his position in the Texans’ lineup. His passion for the game and concern for player protection underscore a critical conversation in today’s football landscape. To delve deeper into the intricacies of Mixon’s situation, including his thoughts on recent officiating decisions and the NFL’s response to dangerous tackles, be sure to LEARN MORE.

Mixon taking part in Thursday’s practice is a good sign for his Week 6 availability. He said he’ll take part in Friday’s workout and then make a decision about whether he plays Sunday.One part of how NFL fines are distributed that really upset Mixon is in situations where a player was attempting to protect themselves — lowering a helmet as they’re about to be tackled — that led to more expensive punishment for those players and not the ones who are delivering tackles that could injure opponents.”You got guys out here protecting themselves from hits and they are getting fined ,000 and ,000,” Mixon said. “And for an illegal hip drop tackle they’re getting fined ,000 when it’s supposed to be an emphasis, it’s supposed to be taken out of the game. So obviously the priorities ain’t right with what’s going on. It is frustrating to see, but it is what it is. If we’re going to talk about playing the game the right way, we got to have integrity for the game when it comes to it.”The play that injured Mixon is something that was still on the running back’s mind when he returned to practice on Thursday with the Texans.

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs and Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet were fined ,020 (more than one offense) and Mixons’ teammate, Nico Collins, was docked ,511 for “Unnecessary Roughness (use of the helmet)” in recent weeks.When I got up I asked the ref where is the flag that was a hip tackle. & his reply was no it wasn’t 🤦🏽‍♂️ https://t.co/A5fWjguzGH

Mixon stayed on the topic last week, taking aim at the NFLPA as he replied to the union’s X account when it posted a statement regarding the recent media access debate. “Player safety is what matters & should be the focus not media access,” he wrote.

— ⚡️Primetime!!!⚡️ (@Joe_MainMixon) September 16, 2024“I was the No. 1 leader in rushing. I was stopped because of that weak-ass hip-drop tackle,” Mixon said. “I can’t do nothing about that. It’s frustrating, it is what it is. I want to be out there more than anybody.”