With the Houston Texans trailing the Kansas City Chiefs 13–6 in the third quarter of Saturday's AFC divisional round playoff game, Houston running back Joe Mixon was on a mission to pull his team even in the biggest game of the season.

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair are both set to play in Saturday's divisional playoff game at Kansas City, NFL Network reported.

Mixon has proven himself as a reliable workhorse in his first season as a Texan, totaling 245 carries, 1,016 yards, and 11 touchdowns. The Pro-Bowl running back has surpassed 100 rushing yards in eight games, including the playoffs, and earned his second Pro Bowl selection in his first year with the team.

Texans running back Joe Mixon is dealing with an ankle injury heading into Saturday’s contest against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Houston Texans veteran running back Joe Mixon played a major role in the team’s wild card round win over the Los Angeles Chargers, but he’s popped up on the inj

Texans running back Joe Mixon scored a touchdown in the third quarter to make the score 13-12 Chiefs, but Houston kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn missed the extra point wide right. Fairbairn also missed a field goal wide right in the same direction, on a day when the wind seems to be affecting his kicks.

The Kansas City Chiefs host the Houston Texans to kick off the divisional round. Follow along for the live updates, scores and analysis.

Joe Mixon is dealing with an ankle injury entering the AFC Divisional Round matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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