The NFL retirements are coming fast and furious.
The latest: Tyrann Mathieu, the Honey Badger.
The LSU legend was under contract with the New Orleans Saints for the 2025 season, but he'll step away from the game instead.
Mathieu ends his career with 12 NFL seasons split between the Cardinals, Texans, Chiefs and Saints.
He won a Super Bowl ring with Kansas City. He made three Pro Bowls and three All-Pro teams.
The dynamic safety totaled 36 interceptions, including at least two in every season from 2017 through 2024.
He had 838 career tackles, seven fumbles forced, eight fumbles recovered, 11 sacks and 100 passes defensed.
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Mathieu announced his retirement on Instagram with this message:
"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."
At the time of this announcement, Mathieu ranked second among active players in interceptions, just one behind Harrison Smith of the Vikings (37).
His flamboyant presence and playmaking will certainly be missed by football fans everywhere.
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