Joe Mixon shines in Texans loss

Houston is reaping the rewards of an underrated offseason signing. Joe Mixon has been one of the most productive running backs in the NFL this season and Sunday was just another day at the office.

On a day where the Texans' offense struggled mightily for most of the game, Mixon was the biggest bright spot. The former Oklahoma star totaled 115 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 25 carries. He made a few long runs, including a 32-yard dash down the sideline.

After one of his touchdown runs, Green Bay fans weren't thrilled with his attempt at the infamous Lambeau jump. Unlike the Packers' defense, the fans were able to shut him down.

In Mixon's four games, he was one of the best running backs in the NFL. He rushed for more than 100 yards in three of his four appearances and made his living in the end zone. This season, Mixon has 401 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. He also caught 10 balls for 83 yards and another ball through the air. He averages over 100 yards per game and is a big reason Houston is 5-2.

To put Mixon's dominance in perspective, according to the NFL's official fantasy football account

Mixons The transition to Houston looks incredibly smooth to start the season. After accumulating 2,027 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns in two seasons at Oklahoma, Mixon was drafted in the second round by the Cincinnati Bengals. After seven seasons in Cincinnati, where he made a name for himself as Top-3 running back in franchise historyMixon moved for the first time in his career.

Houston traded for Mixon and then signed him to a three-year, $25.5 million contract. It has has proven to be a solid investmentas he has rejuvenated the team's stormy attack and restored balance to the offense.

Mixon and the Texans will be back in action next week against the Colts as it features a battle of former Oklahoma running backs. Trey sermon ran for 91 yards and two touchdowns for Indianapolis this season.