It’s also likely why the Pats haven’t been directly connected to running back Adrian Peterson this offseason, although Peterson’s case is somewhat different to Mixon. But domestic violence is a nonstarter for Kraft and the Patriots. By ability alone, Mixon would likely offer tremendous value to whichever team decides to call his name because he has been viewed as a player with first-round talent. Meanwhile, the Patriots might be in the market for a running back with Dion Lewis and James White in the final year of their contracts and Rex Burkhead on a one-year deal. The 6-foot-1, 226-pound 20-year-old was arguably the best player on the field in his finale between two impressively talented teams, but Mixon also egged on the crowd as it loudly booed him on nearly every carry. He returned to the national spotlight last season with 187 carries for 1,274 yards (6.8 yards per carry) and 10 touchdowns along with 37 catches for 538 yards and five touchdowns.Īfter the video surfaced in December, Mixon closed down his college career with 180 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns in Oklahoma’s 35-19 victory against Auburn in the Sugar Bowl.

Mixon rushed for 2,027 yards and 17 touchdowns and caught 65 passes for 894 yards and nine scores in two seasons since his suspension.