Stephen A. Smith reveals why he likes the Houston Texans trading for Joe Mixon
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12 March 2024
Joe Mixon is heading to Houston. Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images.
After a slow start to free agency for the Houston Texans, GM Nick Caserio caught everyone by surprise when he opted to trade for Bengals running back Joe Mixon.
While the Packers and the Eagles decided to break the bank for Josh Jacobs and Saquon Barkley, Houston is going with a lower risk option in Mixon, who only has one more year left on his contract.
The Texans are also saving a lot of money this year at the position, as Mixon will only cost them $5.75 million.
Tuesday, on First Take, Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe discuss what they like about the deal for Houston.
“I like Joe Mixon a lot. I think this is a loss for the Cincinnati Bengals," said Smith.
He went on to discuss how he appreciates the fact that Mixon has over a thousand yards rushing in two of his last three seasons. He's been durable, and has rushed for over 1,000 yards four times in his seven-year career.
The Texans lost Devin Singletary in free agency to the Giants, so the team needed another back to go along with Dameon Pierce.
Sharpe concluded by saying, “I like the Houston Texans and what they have done thus far.”
Be sure to check out the video above as Stephen A. and Shannon share their thoughts.
In a move that sent shockwaves through the NBA, the Houston Rockets have pulled off a blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, acquiring the superstar forward from the Phoenix Suns. The deal comes at a steep price—Houston parts ways with Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-rounders.
In this episode, we react to the stunning trade and break down what it means for the Rockets’ future. Is parting with Green and Brooks too much, or a necessary step toward contention? We examine the risks tied to Durant’s age and injury history, and what losing a defensive anchor like Brooks means for a young, evolving roster.
We also dive into what KD brings to the table—his scoring ability, his contract situation, and whether he can truly be "the guy" on a team that’s looking to take the next step. And if he can’t stay healthy come playoff time… was the gamble even worth it?
The Rockets just pushed all their chips in. The question now: did they bet on the right hand?
Be sure to watch the video below as ESPN Houston's John Granato and Lance Zierlein share their thoughts on the newest addition to the Rockets.
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