Why Seahawks reversed course, decided against Joe Mixon signing

The Seattle Seahawks have opted not to sign running back Joe Mixon to their practice squad, contrary to earlier reports. ESPN's Adam Schefter revealed that the team had planned to bring Mixon on board following a recent workout, but after he completed a physical, their decision changed. Mixon will now remain a free agent. ESPN's Brady Henderson had previously reported the Seahawks' intent to sign Mixon, after placing rookie running back Jadarian Price on injured reserve.

Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that Mixon was undergoing the signing process at the time. This decision might be linked to the foot injury Mixon experienced last season, which kept him out of action and forced him to the physically unable to perform list. It is unclear what type of foot injury he suffered or how he sustained it.

Looking ahead, if the Seahawks flagged something in Mixon's physical that other teams may have seen as well, it will be challenging for him to find another team willing to sign him. His situation could prove dire, potentially ending his NFL career, as he had previously expressed this concern to former teammates in July.