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Fantasy football buzz: Door opens for Cam Akers with Joe Mixon out for Texans
Cam Akers is in line to get the bulk of the carries for the Texans on Sunday with Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce both out.
Texans RB Joe Mixon ruled out for Vikings game
Running back J.J. Taylor was from the practice squad to the active roster in place of Mixon. Houston also elevated linebacker and special teams standout Zeke Turner to bolster kick coverage in place of Dameon Pierce, who was also ruled out due to a hamstring issue.
Houston Texans' Joe Mixon misses third straight practice; Cam Akers preps for first start in a year
Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon missed practice for the third consecutive day Friday, raising further concerns about his availability in Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Get ready for Cam Akers Show in Texans' backfield with Joe Mixon doubtful
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Texans’ Cam Akers preps for starting role with Joe Mixon, sidelined: ‘Don’t got to get ready when you stay ready’
Akers took the first-team snaps Wednesday with starter Joe Mixon sidelined due to an ankle injury that could prevent him from playing this week along with backup running back Dameon Pierce with a minor strained hamstring. Neither of the running backs’ injuries are regarded as long-term, per league sources.
Texans RB Joe Mixon's Official Status For Week 3 vs Vikings Revealed
Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon has been officially ruled out for Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings, did not travel with the team to Minnesota.
Texans RB depth chart: Joe Mixon injury could push Dameon Pierce, Dare Ogunbowale, Cam Akers into action
What does the Texans' running back room look like with Joe Mixon potentially missing time? Here is a look at the position's depth chart in Houston.
Texans' Cam Akers: Preparing to start against Vikings
The former Rams and Vikings running back rushed for 32 yards on those seven carries but also lost a fumble by the goal line. Akers should get first crack at the lead role Sunday against one of his former teams barring the unlikely event of Mixon suiting up after all,
Texans Turn to Cam Akers Amidst Running Back Issues
The Texans signed Cam Akers as the primary running back, aiming to enhance their running game with Joe Mixon sidelined. How will Akers look in the offense?
Cam Akers in line to be Texans' RB1 against Vikings with Mixon, Pierce out
With Joe Mixon and Dameon Pierce missing practice all week, Cam Akers is set to be the Texans' RB1 on Sunday in a matchup against his former team. Akers, who was with the Vikings last season, is in line for a big workload in his return to U.
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Texans receive negative update on RB Joe Mixon's status
During the third quarter of Sunday’s home opener, Chicago linebacker T.J. Edwards used his body to bring down Mixon. Earlier ...
Fantasy Football Week 3 Sleepers: With Joe Mixon hurt, Cam Akers may be in line for a big opportunity, more
Joe Mixon (ankle) and Dameon Pierce (hamstring) aren't going to play for the Texans in Week 3 at Minnesota. That gives Cam ...
Texans running back Joe Mixon won't play Sunday against Vikings because of ankle injury
The Houston Texans will be without running back Joe Mixon against the Minnesota Vikings because of an ankle injury.
Saturday's NFL: Texans running back Joe Mixon won't play against Vikings
The Houston Texans will be without running back Joe Mixon Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings because of an ankle injury.
Fantasy football replacements for Joe Mixon as the Texans running back is out for Week 3
While Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will make his season debut on Monday, another major fantasy football ...