The Seattle Seahawks are facing a shortage in their backfield after losing rookie first-round pick Jadarian Price to injured reserve and with Zach Charbonnet still working his way back from the PUP list. To address this issue, they initially targeted veteran running back Joe Mixon, an eight-year veteran and two-time Pro Bowler, for a workout after he sat out the 2025 season.

However, the Seahawks' plans to bring Mixon on board were abruptly halted after a closer medical evaluation. A breaking report shared on X by ESPN's Adam Schefter revealed that the Seahawks decided not to sign Mixon to their practice squad following his physical examination, which means he will remain a free agent.

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This unexpected turn of events leaves Seattle in the same predicament as before, as they scramble to assemble a reliable rotation behind their existing depth pieces. With Mixon failing his physical and returning to the open market, head coach Mike Macdonald and the front office must continue evaluating internal options and outside alternatives to stabilize the running game as the demanding 2026 season progresses.