Joe Mixon remains a reliable fantasy starter, having ranked as a top-20 running back annually since his rookie year, except for one season. With the Houston Texans enhancing their passing game through the draft, Mixon's workload may fluctuate this season, especially with new acquisitions like C.J. Stroud bringing in fresh talent. Despite being the focal point last year, Mixon’s usage could be impacted by competition from newly drafted players, along with his age and heavy workload from previous seasons. The team's new offensive coordinator, Nick Caley, may alter the Texans' play-calling, leading to a potential decrease in Mixon's rushing attempts if they lean more toward a passing offense.