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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce haven't slept since Super Bowl loss, says Tyrann Mathieu
(Image via Getty) Even in retirement, Tyrann Mathieu is still speaking like a captain. Days after announcing he's officially stepping away from the NFL, the Honey Badger had some strong words about his former team, the Kansas City Chiefs. Appearing on the Up & Adams Show, Mathieu said Mahomes and Kelce haven't even had a good night's sleep since their Super Bowl loss and he expects them to come out swinging this season. You can feel the sting in his words and maybe a little warning to the rest of the league. Tyrann Mathieu says Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce are still stewing over Super Bowl loss On Up & Adams , Tyrann Mathieu didn't hold back when asked how he thinks the Chiefs will bounce back from their Super Bowl heartbreak. Tyrann Mathieu on Why He Retired, MOST Satisfying Interception, GOAT QB, & Coaching OR Media Soon?! 'If I know those guys like I think I do, they haven't had a good night's sleep since they lost [the Super Bowl],' he said. 'Patrick is extremely motivated, Kelce's motivated. I can see those guys starting fast and playing with an edge.' Mathieu recently retired after 12 seasons in the league, but it's clear he hasn't emotionally detached from Kansas City. The former All-Pro safety played a major role in the Chiefs' 2019 Super Bowl win and helped build the team's championship mindset alongside Mahomes, Kelce, and Andy Reid. His latest remarks show he still believes in the heart of the team, especially its emotional engine: Patrick Mahomes. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Hidden Cause Found: Dementia And Memory Loss Linked To This Habit Memory and Health Click Here Undo By saying they're 'playing with an edge,' Mathieu is hinting this might be the most fired-up version of the Chiefs we've seen since their first title run. This offseason has been all about revenge and Mathieu knows it Mathieu's comments align with the overall theme of the Chiefs' offseason: revenge. After falling short in the Super Bowl, players have been sharing subtle signs that they're on a mission from Mahomes' brutal workouts to Kelce's rare media silence. Mathieu's quote just confirms what everyone's been guessing, this team's not over it and they're coming for blood. Tyrann Mathieu may have hung up his cleats, but his words hit like he's still in the huddle. And if what he's saying about Mahomes and Kelce is true, then every team in the AFC better watch out because a motivated Chiefs squad is a terrifying thing. FAQs When did Tyrann Mathieu retire from the NFL? Tyrann Mathieu officially announced his retirement in July 2025 after 12 seasons in the NFL. Was Tyrann Mathieu on the Chiefs when they lost Super Bowl LIX? No, Mathieu wasn't on the roster that season. He previously played for the Chiefs from 2019–2021, helping them win Super Bowl LIV. Are the Chiefs expected to bounce back strong in 2025? Yes, with Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce still leading the team, the Chiefs remain top Super Bowl contenders going into the 2025 season. Also read - Did DK Metcalf and Jalen Ramsey fight at Steelers training camp? Here's the truth For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
USA Today
21 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Former New Orleans Saints coach Dennis Allen reacts to Tyrann Mathieu's retirement
'He was outstanding. I was a little surprised to see that' The New Orleans Saints have had a pretty busy news cycle over the last few days, with three players retiring all in one day, a pretty high-quality signing at safety, and training camp firing up on Wednesday. The retirement of Tyrann Mathieu is one of the most notable pieces of news from the team in recent memory, and really made things intriguing until they signed Julian Blackmon and filled the gap. Mathieu's retirement is a difficult pill to swallow, regardless, both from a leadership perspective and an on-field production perspective, as he was the perfect mix of both for this increasingly young roster. It was also somewhat of a shock, as many expected after the contract restructuring that he would stick around for at least one more year, but with a recently born child to look after, the decision may have come later than expected. Former Saints head coach Dennis Allen was also surprised by the news. Now the defensive coordinator of the Chicago Bears, Allen had the chance to work with Mathieu for two and a half seasons on the Saints, and got to know him quite well in that time, seemingly. Allen commented on Mathieu's retirement to ESPN's NFL Nation Bears writer Courtney Cronin: "He was outstanding. I was a little surprised to see that last night ... for him to be able to go out on his terms, I think he has every right to do that." Called the opportunity to work with Mathieu an "extreme pleasure." It seems as though pretty much anyone who discusses Mathieu has nothing but praise to say about him and his attitude, and for good reason, as it is clear he is one of the most likable in the business. With the Saints moving in a youth-oriented direction, with a new coaching staff put together, they will have to overcome a deficit in experience first and foremost.
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Tyrann Mathieu announces retirement from NFL
"As I hang up my cleats, 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," Mathieu wrote in his announcement. "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 a community." Mathieu was drafted in the third round, 69th overall by the Arizona Cardinals in the 2013 NFL Draft. A Heisman finalist at LSU in 2011, he slid to the third round due to off-field concerns following his dismissal from LSU in 2012. He ended up a steal for the Cardinals and finished fourth in Defensive Rookie of the Year voting in 2013. In 2015, he made his first All-Pro team as the Cardinals made the NFC championship game. He spent five seasons with the Cardinals and played well alongside standout cornerback Patrick Peterson. Arizona released him in 2018 and he signed with the Houston Texans for one season before signing a multi-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2019. Mathieu was part of the Chiefs Super Bowl-winning team in 2019 and made his second All-Pro team that season. He made his third a year later with the Chiefs in 2020. Kansas City did not retain him after 2021 and he made his way back to Louisiana to play for his hometown Saints. He started every game for New Orleans from 2022 through 2024. "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," Mathieu wrote in his announcement. "You gave me strength when I needed it most, and your love carried me farther than I ever imagined." He did tease that he's not done with football yet, writing "this isn't goodbye - it's just the next chapter." Is Tyrann Mathieu a Hall of Famer? Mathieu has a list of accolades. Three-time first-team All-Pro, three-time Pro Bowler, Super Bowl champion and a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame All-Decades Team of the 2010s. He certainly has a case to be a Hall of Fame player. Mathieu entered the league three years after Earl Thomas, widely considered one of the best safeties of the 2010s and almost certainly a Hall of Fame player. They're equal on first-team All-Pro honors with three but Thomas holds an edge with seven Pro Bowls. Pro Football Reference provides an index of Hall of Fame players using statistics and awards to calculate a Hall of Fame Monitor score (HOFm). It's not the definitive way of deciding who should make the Hall of Fame or not but is a useful tool for this exercise. All defensive backs (cornerbacks and safeties) are grouped together in this metric. Mathieu's HOFm score is 65.20 which is far below the defensive back average HOFm of 97. But Thomas only measures in at 79.03 and Mathieu's HOFm ranks ahead of Hall of Fame safeties John Lynch (64.28) and Eric Allen (58.95). Mathieu wasn't the best player on a title-winning defense but he was one of the best safeties in the league for most of a decade. That will get him serious consideration for induction.
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
The LSU football community reacts to retirement of former star Tyrann Mathieu
Former LSU football defensive back Tyrann Mathieu announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday after a 12-year career. The former Saints star was drafted in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft with the No. 69 overall pick by the Arizona Cardinals. He compiled two standout seasons in Baton Rouge ahead of his professional career. Mathieu donned the purple and gold in 2010 and 2011, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the program's best defenders and special teamers. He finished fifth in 2011 Heisman Trophy voting and was a consensus All-American, finishing the year with four touchdowns (two via punt return, two via fumble return), 7.5 tackles for loss and six forced fumbles. Once in the NFL, Mathieu spent time with four different teams. He won a Super Bowl with Kansas City in 2019 and stayed with the team through 2021. The New Orleans native signed with his hometown team ahead of the 2022 season, making 228 tackles and 10 interceptions through three seasons. He finishes his professional career with four All-Pro selections. Louisiana football fans will remember Mathieu fondly for his contributions to the game at every stage of his career. How did social media react to Mathieu's retirement? LSU fans recall Mathieu being part of an iconic group of defensive backs during his time in Baton Rouge and the flashes of greatness he showed every week. Mathieu was a part of a Chiefs defense under coordinator Steve Spagnuolo that set the standard for the franchise's rise to dominance over the last several years, showcasing his aggressive mindset in blitz packages and downfield coverage.
Fox News
2 days ago
- Sport
- Fox News
Super Bowl champion Tyrann Mathieu announces retirement from NFL in social media post
Super Bowl champion Tyrann Mathieu announced his retirement from the NFL in a post to social media on Tuesday. Mathieu, 33, spent the last three seasons of his 12-year career with the New Orleans Saints. Mathieu was known the "Honey Badger" throughout his career. "As I hang up my cleats, 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," Mathieu wrote in his post. "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 a purpose, discipline, and memories that will stay with me forever. But more than anything, it gave me a community." Mathieu burst onto the scene as an electrifying player during his college days at LSU. He finished fifth in the Heisman Trophy voting as a standout defensive back as a sophomore. In that sophomore season in 2011, Mathieu had 76 combined tackles, 1.5 sacks, two interceptions, nine passes defended, six forced fumbles, and two fumble recoveries for touchdowns. However, in August 2012, Mathieu was kicked off the team for continually failing drug tests for marijuana use. In October 2012, Mathieu was arrested for possession of marijuana. Despite being extremely talented, Mathieu fell to the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft due to his off-the-field issues before the Arizona Cardinals selected him. Mathieu ended up emerging as a star for the Cardinals, as he was named to an All-Pro team twice in his five years with the team. "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," Mathieu wrote. Mathieu spent one season with the Houston Texans, and then joined the Kansas City Chiefs. Mathieu was an integral part of the Chiefs' Super Bowl-winning team in 2019. The three-time Pro Bowler spent three seasons with the Chiefs before spending the last three seasons with the Saints. Mathieu played 180 games in his NFL career, and had 838 combined tackles, 11 sacks, 36 interceptions, 100 passes defended, seven forced fumbles, and eight fumble recoveries. Four of his interceptions were returned for touchdowns. "I hope I made you proud out there. This isn't goodbye – it's just the next chapter. Much love, always. Tyrann."
