Since returning from injury, Mixon has lived up to billing as being the top option for Houston’s ground game. He finished with 102 yards and a touchdown run in Week 6’s victory over the New England Patriots. Mixon also caught two passes for 30 yards and a touchdown reception in the second half.

After a Packers fan pushed the Texans' Joe Mixon back to the ground as he was attempting a Lambeau Leap, he was ejected, according to the team.

Attempting to do the Lambeau Leap as a visiting player comes with its risks as Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon found out in Sunday’s game against the Packers. After scoring on a 2-yard run early in the second quarter,