Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon fired back at disparaging comments made by former NFL head coach Rex Ryan following a 32-12 win over the Los

Los Angeles Chargers safety Tony Jefferson strips and recovers Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon's fumble.

Follow live reaction as the Houston Texans beat the Los Angeles Chargers to move on in the 2025 NFL playoffs The Houston Texans have beaten the Los Angeles Chargers 32-12 in the opening game of the NFL 's wild-card weekend to advance to the divisional round.

Joe Mixon just called ballgame. With just over two minutes remaining, the Houston Texans Pro Bowl running back capped off a strong afternoon with a 17-yard touchdown run against the Los Angeles Chargers, extending the lead to 20.

The Kansas City Chiefs, whose starters haven't played in over three weeks, will take the field on Saturday afternoon to begin their postseason big for the first

Watch highlights from the Wild Card Weekend matchup between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Houston Texans during the 2024 NFL season.

Mixon presents a difficult look for the Chiefs. He is strong between the tackles but also has the ability to create havoc as a pass catcher. The Texans will be missing slot receiver Tank Dell due to an injury suffered at KC in Week 16 and could rely on Mixon to absorb some of those intermediate routes.

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon breaks free for a 17-yard touchdown run against the Los Angeles Chargers.

Joe Mixon, who was listed on injury report with an ankle problem, misses Thursday's practice before Saturday's game at Kansas City/

Joe Mixon clapped back at ESPN analyst Rex Ryan after the Houston Texans' convincing 32-12 over the Los Angeles Chargers.

Joe Mixon has quietly sat in the background as much of the conversation this season about offseason running back acquisitions centered around Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry.