Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon (ankle) hasn't played since Week 2 after suffering a high-ankle sprain against the Chicago Bears. It's been a frustrating situation for fantasy managers, who have been dragged along with the "week-to-week" narrative from the Texans,

Joe Mixon showcased his ability in Houston's deep offense in Week 1, totaling 159 rushing yards and a touchdown against the Colts in a win. But in Week 2, he sustained an ankle injury. Mixon has been sidelined since then. As the Texans prepared to face one of the AFC's best teams in Buffalo this week, the running back's status remained in question.