by: Dan Morrison • 2 hours ago • dan_morrison96
NFL teams are preparing for training camp and the upcoming season. With that on the horizon, New Orleans Saints defensive back Tyrann Mathieu has announced that he’s decided to retire from the NFL after 12 seasons.
The Saints posted the news of his retirement on social media. Along with it, they shared a statement from Mathieu.
“As I hang up my cleats,” Tyrann Mathieu wrote. “I’m filled with gratitude as I close this chapter of my life and officially retire from the game that’s shaped me in every way. From my first snap in college to my final play in the NFL, this journey has been nothing short of a blessing. Football gave me purpose, discipline, and memories that will stay with me forever. But more than anything, it gave me community.”
Tyrann Mathieu has announced his retirement from the @NFL pic.twitter.com/QgjgYAnOUu
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) July 22, 2025
“To every coach who believed in me, every teammate who battled beside me, and every fan who showed up, cheered, and rode with me through the highs and lows, thank you. You gave me strength when I needed it most, and your love carried me farther than I ever imagined. I hope I made you proud out there,” Mathieu wrote. “This isn’t goodbye — it’s just the next chapter. Much love, always.”