Tyrann Mathieu Signs Two-Year Extension With Saints
The New Orleans Saints signed safety Tyrann Mathieu to a restructured two-year, $13 million contract extension on Thursday. Mathieu, one of the Saints' leaders on defense, will remain with the team for the next two seasons at the minimum. The veteran safety logged 75 total tackles and four interceptions while appearing in all 17 games for the Saints in 2023.
Tyrann Mathieu Listed As Questionable For TNF In Week 7
New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu (foot) is questionable for Thursday's Week 7 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The veteran safety managed to practice all week, although in a limited capacity, so he should be good for Thursday Night Football against the Jags. Starting linebacker Demario Davis (knee) is also listed as questionable so if either player is unable to play, due to a setback in pre-game warm-ups, it would be a big loss for the Saints' D/ST. Any fantasy manager who is counting on the Saints' defense should keep tabs on both players' statuses prior to kickoff on TNF.
New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu (personal) rejoined the team at training camp on Tuesday after missing the last week for a personal family matter, according to a source. Even with Mathieu away, the Saints secondary has been perhaps the best group in camp, and now they have one of the best players back on the field. The Honey Badger is a three-time Pro Bowler and first-team All-Pro and finished last year with 76 tackles (60 solo), one sack, three interceptions (one for a touchdown), six passes defensed and three fumble recoveries in 16 regular season games. With him in the fold in the Saints secondary in 2022, the New Orleans defense/special teams on the back end should be much improved.
Saints Agree On Three-Year Deal With Tyrann Mathieu
The New Orleans Saints and free-agent safety Tyrann Mathieu officially agreed to a three-year, $33 million deal on Monday that includes $18 million fully guaranteed, according to sources. The language of the deal still needs to be finalized and the deal signed, but Mathieu is indeed returning home to New Orleans after playing his college ball at LSU. The Honey Badger will make an already strong Saints secondary that much better. The 29-year-old is a three-time Pro Bowler and a three-time first-team All-Pro. In his last three seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, he's recorded 171 tackles, eight tackles for loss, six QB hits, three sacks, 13 interceptions (two for touchdowns), 27 passes defensed and four fumble recoveries in 47 starts.
The New Orleans Saints are expected to sign All-Pro free-agent safety Tyrann Mathieu, according to sources. The signing should be finalized in the coming days. This move has been talked about for weeks, but the Saints finally acted on it after the draft, with the Honey Badger coming home after playing his college ball at LSU as a New Orleans native. The 29-year-old is expected to serve as a starter in a strong Saints secondary that also includes cornerbacks Marshon Lattimore and Paulson Adebo and safety Marcus Maye. Mathieu was a Pro Bowler for the third time in his career last year when he had 76 tackles, six passes defensed, three interceptions, three fumble recoveries and a sack in 16 regular season games with the Kansas City Chiefs.
Saints Will Make An "Aggressive Push" To Sign Tyrann Mathieu
The New Orleans Saints reportedly are expected to make an "aggressive push" to sign Pro Bowl safety Tyrann Mathieu. The Chiefs moved on from Mahieu during the offseason when the team signed Justin Reid to a three-year deal. Mathieu is a two-time first-team All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowl selection with 26 interceptions, 10 sacks, and 76 passes defenses over nine seasons with the Chiefs, Texans, and Cardinals. The 29-year-old recorded 76 tackles, three picks, and a sack over 16 games for Kansas City in 2021. Mathieu visited the Saints in April, but a deal wasn't reached. New Orleans didn't address safety at the 2022 NFL Draft and could sign "Honey Badger" to fill a need. Stay tuned.
Rams Connected With Tyrann Mathieu, Stephon Gilmore
The Los Angeles Rams have been connected with free-agent safety Tyrann Mathieu and cornerback Stephon Gilmore, according to a source. If the Rams were to sign Gilmore, he would occupy the outside cornerback role opposite Jalen Ramsey. The Athletic's Jourdan Rodrigue hasn't gotten the sense that the Rams front office has had developing conversations with Mathieu at this point. It doesn't rule out current mutual or future interest, but it makes the Rams priorities more clear in the short term. Mathieu could occupy a traditional safety role with the ability to play the "star" position in Los Angeles. The Rams won't be able to offer either player what they can get on the open market, so it remains to be seen if Mathieu or Gilmore will take less to play for one of the best defenses in the NFL.
Free-agent defensive back Tyrann Mathieu had a virtual visit with the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday, according to sources. The Eagles have emerged as a prime location for one of the top free agents left on the open market. Mathieu met with the New Orleans Saints this week, and although he admitted the Saints probably don't need him, it would be enticing for the Honey Badger to return home to New Orleans. The Los Angeles Rams might be another option, but he has yet to officially meet with them. The 29-year-old is a three-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro, but he's looking for the right amount of money and the right team and isn't in a rush to sign. In 16 starts for the Kansas City Chiefs last year, he had 76 tackles (60 solo), one sack, three interceptions (one for a touchdown), six passes defensed and three fumble recoveries.
Free-agent defensive back Tyrann Mathieu visited with the New Orleans Saints on Tuesday, and he may visit with other teams, but he's in no rush to sign a deal. "I don't think they really need me, but it would be good to go back home and help them win," Mathieu said. The Honey Badger is holding out for the right money and the right deal for the right team. The Saints don't have a ton of money to spend and already have a very strong secondary, but Mathieu played his college ball at LSU. The Philadelphia Eagles and the Los Angeles Rams could be other teams that jump into the mix to add Mathieu. The three-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro will be a huge addition to any team that takes him on.
Free-agent defensive back Tyrann Mathieu is heading to visit with the New Orleans Saints, according to a source. Nothing is imminent, but Mathieu is one of the top available players and will be taking his first visit in free agency. The 29-year-old played his college ball at LSU and would join an already strong Saints secondary if he were to sign with them. The Honey Badger made two Pro Bowls and two first-team All-Pro squads in his three seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs. He finished with 76 tackles (60 solo), three interceptions (one for a touchdown), six passes defensed , three fumble recoveries and a sack in 16 starts last season. The Saints secondary could be one of the best in the NFL if they're able to add Mathieu.
