Mixon has been one of the top running backs in the NFL for some time, but off-the-field storylines have also followed him throughout his career.

Joe Mixon is dealing with an ankle injury entering the AFC Divisional Round matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair are both set to play in Saturday's divisional playoff game at Kansas City, NFL Network reported.

Houston linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (knee), right guard Shaq Mason (knee), offensive lineman Juice Scruggs (ankle) and wide receiver Robert Woods (hip) also were active. Woods did not practice all week and had been listed as questionable.

Running back Joe Mixon was added to the injury report on Thursday with an ankle injury that kept him from practicing on Friday, but it doesn't look like the team will have to make plans for life without him against the Chiefs.

One injury that Ravens and Bills fans are specifically paying attention to involves Ravens wideout Zay Flowers, who hasn't practiced since he injured his knee during Baltimore's Week 18 win over the Cleveland Browns.

Mixon has proven himself as a reliable workhorse in his first season as a Texan, totaling 245 carries, 1,016 yards, and 11 touchdowns. The Pro-Bowl running back has surpassed 100 rushing yards in eight games, including the playoffs, and earned his second Pro Bowl selection in his first year with the team.

Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair both are active for Saturday's AFC divisional playoff game against the host Kansas City Chiefs. Mixon was limited in practice