Joe Mixon Injury: Will He Play Week 4? (2024 Fantasy Football)

Another weekend of NFL football has arrived! Unfortunately, the injury watch for fantasy football managers is also here, and that’s certainly the case for Joe Mixon. Players who appear on the injury report and haven’t practiced much during the week can often lead to trepidation for managers trying to make fantasy football lineup decisions and/or waiver claims. Don’t fret, though – FantasyPros is here to provide you with all of the latest news and updates on the players who are questionable heading into this week. So, will Joe Mixon play in Week 4? Here’s what we know about Joe Mixon‘s injury and his status for Week 4.

Fantasy Football Outlook: Will Joe Mixon Play Week 4?

Joe Mixon (ankle) ruled out for Week 3
Joe Mixon (ankle) has been ruled out for Week 3 against the Minnesota Vikings.

Fantasy Impact

Mixon isn’t traveling with the team to Minnesota and has officially been ruled out for Sunday’s game. This was the expected outcome, as he was initially listed as doubtful to play thanks to the ankle injury that he suffered last week. With Dameon Pierce (hamstring) also unavailable to play, Houston will have to rely on Cam Akers to get the majority of touches out of the backfield.

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Joe Mixon (ankle) doubtful to play Week 3
Joe Mixon (ankle) is doubtful to play in Week 3 against the Minnesota Vikings.

Fantasy Impact

Mixon suffered an ankle injury in Week 2, and he’s likely going to miss Sunday’s game because of it. He’s officially listed as doubtful to play, so barring anything unforeseen, the team will likely rule him out in the coming days. With Dameon Pierce (hamstring) also unavailable to play against the Vikings, Cam Akers is set to start and see the bulk of the work for the Texans.

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What the Experts Are Saying

High ankle avg = 2-3 weeks. Practice status = key. Lean towards sitting Week 4.
– Dr. Deepak Chona, MD

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