Tyrann Mathieu Announces His Retirement From The NFL

Former LSU star Tyrann Mathieu announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday after 12 seasons in the league.

In his 12-year NFL career, Mathieu played in 180 games, starting 171. His career stats include 834 tackles (681 solo), 45 tackles for loss, 11 sacks, and 36 interceptions.

His football career achievements include:

Super Bowl champion (LIV) with the Kansas City Chiefs in 2020
3× First-team All-Pro (2015, 2019, 2020)
Second-team All-Pro (2019)
3× Pro Bowl (2015, 2020, 2021)
NFL 2010s All-Decade Team
PFWA All-Rookie Team (2013)
Chuck Bednarik Award (2011)
SEC Defensive Player of the Year (2011)
Consensus All-American (2011)
First-team All-SEC (2011)

Here was Mathieu's farewell message on social media:

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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.

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.

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. This isn't goodbye - it's just the next chapter.

Much love, always.
Tyrann

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