CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 17 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 at Kansas City Chiefs
Joe Mixon only had 13 touches last week which produced a decent 50 yards. The Bengals got themselves in a big deficit so he wasn't involved as much as usual. It was the second straight week under 20 touches which is not the norm in the Cincy offense.

Mixon faces the Chiefs who are ranked 26th in aFPA to running backs. In the playoff last year, KC held the Cincinnati running back to a total of 34 yards.

Despite a favorable matchup, we lower Mixon down to a low-end RB2 for Week 17. Should get decent fantasy numbers, but we don't like the downward trend in touches the past couple games.

Friday, December 29, 2023 - 11:45am
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 16 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 16 at Pittsburgh Steelers
Joe Mixon only had 13 touches last week which is low for him. It produced 61 total yards and a touchdown. Mixon has a minimum of one touchdown in seven of his last eight games. We have noted many times that when he gets the touches, his fantasy numbers are very good.

Mixon faces the Steelers who are ranked 24th in aFPA to running backs. However in the first meeting this season, he had only eight carries for 16 yards, but had two receptions for 44 yards and a touchdown to make his managers happy.

Start Mixon as a solid RB2 for Week 16. These games are usually low-scoring AFC North battles so although Mixon should have an impact, it won't be as one of the top fantasy running backs.

Friday, December 22, 2023 - 11:11am
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 15 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 vs. Minnesota Vikings
Joe Mixon had 24 touches for 125 yards and a touchdown. He has three touchdowns over the last two games and has ranked as one of the best fantasy running backs in recent weeks. He has been very effective in both the running and passing game.

Mixon faces the Vikings who are ranked second in aFPA to running backs. The Bengals offense has been good with backup QB Jake Browning, but it faces it's toughest matchup in this stretch.

Start Mixon but only as a RB2 for Week 15. We expect him to continue to get the 15-20 touches, but the production won't be there this week.

Friday, December 15, 2023 - 1:32pm
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 14 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 vs. Indianapolis Colts
After a tough game two weeks ago, Joe Mixon bounced back last week with 25 touches for 117 total yards and two touchdowns. Once again when he gets the touches, Mixon comes through for fantasy managers. He especially was good in PPR leagues with six receptions last game.

Mixon faces the Colts who are ranked dead last in the NFL in aFPA to running backs. This matchup should have him put up very good fantasy numbers and the fact Cincinnati's offense looked good last week with backup QB Jake Browning bodes well for him moving forward.

Start Mixon as a high-end RB2 for Week 14. He would be ranked higher if the offense continues to move forward, but there is always a chance it doesn't.

Friday, December 8, 2023 - 11:14am
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 13 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 13 at Jacksonville Jaguars
One would think that the Bengals would ride veteran running back Joe Mixon with the backup quarterback starting, but he actually only had 10 touches, his lowest total of the season. He did gain 60 total yards thanks to 44 receiving yards, but Cincy didn't run the ball well.

Mixon faces the Jaguars who have a good run defense. There is no doubt the fantasy stock of all Cincinnati skill players has dropped because of the injury to Joe Burrow. But the Bengals should get back to getting one of their best players the football.

Mixon ranks as a high-end RB3 or Flex for Week 13. At times this season, he was ranked close to an RB1 but those days are probably done for this year even if he gets his touches back to 15+.

Thursday, November 30, 2023 - 4:11pm
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 12 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 12 vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Joe Mixon had a strong game last week with 21 touches for 100 yards and a touchdown. Although many of the Bengals skill players will have stock that will drop with QB Joe Burrow out for the season, we think Mixon will still get his touches.

The Steelers are up next and are ranked 22nd in aFPA to running backs. Mixon has had mixed results during his career against Pittsburgh, but Cincy is going to need their veterans to carry the offense the rest of the season.

Despite a favorable matchup, Mixon ranks as a low-end RB2 for Week 12. The touches should be there but how good the Bengals offense can be without their quarterback us very questionable.

Thursday, November 23, 2023 - 11:30am
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 11 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 11 at Baltimore Ravens
Joe Mixon's touches were lower than usual with 13 last Sunday. The Bengals are better when he is in the 20 range and he ended up with only 45 total yards. He did score a touchdown for the third straight game, so it still was a respectable fantasy day.

Mixon faces the Ravens who are ranked ninth in aFPA to running backs. We expect this game to be a typical AFC North game with physical play. In the first meeting this season, Mixon had 17 touches for 95 yards. Expect Cincy to get his touches back up this week.

Start Mixon as a high-end RB2 for Week 11. This will be a tough matchup on the road on a short week and although we think Mixon will be a factor, some caution should be used with expectations.

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 2:19pm
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 10 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 10 vs. Houston Texans
Joe Mixon got his touches (19) again which produced 68 yards. He did have rushing touchdown for the second straight game. He has been the workhorse for the Bengals offense and almost guaranteed 15+ touches every week.

Mixon has a great matchup against Houston who is ranked 24th in aFPA to running backs. With some receivers banged up, Cincy could rely on him even more running the ball and in the pass game.

Start Mixon as a solid RB1 for Week 10. This sets up as a possible big day for him and the Bengals offense. Mixon will definitely be in the mix.

Friday, November 10, 2023 - 12:31pm
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 9 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 9 vs. Buffalo Bills
Joe Mixon is coming off one of his best fantasy performances of the season. He had 19 touches for 110 yards and a touchdown including 87 rushing yards. He continues to be one of the most consistent and reliable running backs even if he doesn't always put up monster numbers.

Mixon had 123 total yards against the Bills in the playoff game last season and Buffalo is ranked 24th in aFPA to running backs. This is pointing towards another big game for him.

Start Mixon as a top-five fantasy running back for Week 9. We know he will get the touches and he has played Buffalo very good in the past. Expect 100 total yards this week.

Friday, November 3, 2023 - 12:32pm
CIN RB Joe Mixon - Week 8 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 8 at San Francisco 49ers
Joe Mixon has been rolling along before the bye week for the most part although his last game he had 15 touches for only 62 total yards, down from 25 touches the previous week. Mixon has been a steady veteran presence on an offense that has been all over the map.

Mixon faces the Niners who are ranked 12th in aFPA to running backs. The 49ers defense has shown some vulnerability in recent weeks so as long as Mixon gets his 15+ touches, he has good value.

Start Mixon as a solid RB2 for Week 8 on the road. Cincinnati is coming off the bye so he should be well-rested and get his normal workload for good fantasy numbers although not RB1 numbers.

Thursday, October 26, 2023 - 1:38pm

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