History of Joe Mixon in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 6, 2026

Joe Mixon is a professional American football running back currently playing for the Houston Texans in the NFL. He played college football at the University of Oklahoma, where he was recognized as a first-team All-Big 12 player in 2016. He was drafted into the NFL by the Cincinnati Bengals in the second round of the 2017 NFL draft.

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July 24, 1996: Birth of Joseph Tyler Mixon

Joseph Tyler Mixon was born on July 24, 1996. He is an American professional football running back.

January 2014: Commitment to University of Oklahoma

In January 2014, Joe Mixon committed to the University of Oklahoma to play college football, choosing Oklahoma over Alabama, California, Wisconsin, and UCLA. He had 47 offers.

July 25, 2014: Incident with Amelia Molitor

On July 25, 2014, Joe Mixon was involved in an incident in Norman, Oklahoma, where he punched Amelia Molitor, resulting in injuries and hospitalization.

October 2014: Mixon Entered Alford Plea

In October 2014, Joe Mixon entered an Alford plea to a misdemeanor assault charge for punching Amelia Molitor.

October 2014: Suspension from Oklahoma Football Team

In October 2014, Joe Mixon was suspended from the Oklahoma football team following a misdemeanor assault charge.

July 22, 2016: Lawsuit Filed by Molitor

On July 22, 2016, Amelia Molitor filed a lawsuit against Joe Mixon in federal court, accusing him of negligence and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

March 8, 2017: Oklahoma's Pro Day

On March 8, 2017, Joe Mixon performed all of the combine tests and completed the positional workouts at Oklahoma's Pro Day.

April 21, 2017: Settlement Reached and Apology

On April 21, 2017, a settlement was reached in the case between Joe Mixon and Amelia Molitor, and Mixon apologized to Molitor.

June 2, 2017: Signing with the Cincinnati Bengals

On June 2, 2017, the Bengals signed Joe Mixon to a four-year, $5.45 million contract with $2.81 million guaranteed and a signing bonus of $2.10 million.

September 10, 2017: NFL Debut

On September 10, 2017, Joe Mixon made his NFL debut in a 20-0 loss to the Baltimore Ravens, with eight rushes for nine yards and three receptions for 15 yards.

September 1, 2020: Contract Extension with the Bengals

On September 1, 2020, Joe Mixon signed a four-year, $48 million contract extension with the Bengals through the 2024 season.

November 21, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve

On November 21, 2020, due to a foot injury, Joe Mixon was placed on injured reserve.

January 5, 2022: Positive COVID-19 test

On January 5, 2022, it was revealed that Joe Mixon tested positive for COVID-19, preventing him from playing in the season finale.

February 2, 2023: Warrant Issued for Aggravated Menacing

On February 2, 2023, a warrant was issued for Joe Mixon's arrest for one count of Aggravated Menacing after he allegedly pointed a gun at a woman.

February 3, 2023: Aggravated Menacing Charge Dismissed

On February 3, 2023, the aggravated menacing charge against Joe Mixon was dismissed at the request of The Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office, pending further investigation.

March 6, 2023: "Shots Fired" call at Mixon's Home

On March 6, 2023, the Hamilton County sheriff department responded to a "shots fired" call at Joe Mixon's home. An injured child was found on the scene and transported to Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

March 16, 2023: Mixon's Sister and Boyfriend Charged

On March 16, 2023, Hamilton County prosecutors charged Joe Mixon's sister and her boyfriend in the "shots fired" case at his home.

April 7, 2023: Criminal Charge Refiled

On April 7, 2023, the Cincinnati Police Department publicly announced that the criminal charge against Joe Mixon had been refiled.

August 17, 2023: Mixon Acquitted of Charges

On August 17, 2023, Joe Mixon was found not guilty and acquitted of the charges following a four-day trial in Hamilton County Municipal Court.

October 2023: Birth of Mixon's Daughter

In October 2023, Joe Mixon's daughter was born, according to Bengals coach Zac Taylor.

March 13, 2024: Mixon Traded to Texans

On March 13, 2024, Joe Mixon was traded to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2024 seventh round selection.

2025: Mixon Missed Season Due to Leg Injury

In 2025, Joe Mixon missed the entirety of the season due to a leg injury.

2025: Mixon Describes Himself as Low Key

In 2025, in an interview with Malik Wright, Joe Mixon described himself as low key and a man who prefers to spend a lot of time at home and with family.