Joe Mixon is going to be on the team this year

[*Go Cards*]

(03-04-2024, 01:34 PM)WeezyBengal Wrote: I am calling it now.

From what I've read and the tone of the Bengals (FO and ZT) it's sounding more and more like Mixon is going to be a part of this team.

I also think loyalty comes into play here. With the environment in the market these days (most players seeking guaranteed money and the Bengals not offering that to everyone) I think the Bengals like to show that they keep players around for the life of their contract as a negotiating piece when trying to land free agents and extensions. Basically saying "we offer guaranteed money by keeping guys and not cutting them." Cutting Mixon flies in the face of that.

So, don't be shocked if Mixon is here come September. Not the worst thing in the world, especially since you have a guy like Chase Brown who should significantly cut into his snap counts.

Keeping Mixon flies in the face of Zac wanting guys with good character as well.

He may or may not be back, not sure. We all know I am ready to move on from him, but as long as they draft his replacement this year I will be satisfied.

He is at the end of his rope here anyway, be it a few weeks or one last season. At least if he does stay he should be all in knowing he will have to prove himself before becoming a FA RB with high mileage.