Houston Texans’ primetime home opener vs. Chicago gets boost with Joe Mixon’s AFC Offense Player of the Week award [Video]

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Three days after he ran over the Indianapolis Colts defense for 159 yards and a touchdown, Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week.

On Wednesday, Mixon wanted everyone to know he didn’t win the award alone.

“That’s accolades for my O-line, the whole offense: receivers and tight ends,” Mixon said. “Without them, I wouldn’t be in that position. I’m over here with a bunch of dogs, and they’re doing whatever they can to make me look good.”

Head coach DeMeco Ryans said Mixon does more than produce on the ground. He gives the Texans offense “confidence, energy and swagger.”

Heading into Sunday night’s game against the Chicago Bears, Mixon wanted everyone to know the Texans offense intends to play with a physical, punishing style all season.

“When you turn on that tape, that’s what you’re gonna see,” Mixon said.

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