Tyrann Mathieu caught the NFL world by surprise when he announced his retirement just before the start of New Orleans Saints' training camp earlier this week, ending his decorated career with his hometown team.
The veteran defensive back shared an emotional message on social media about his decision to "close this chapter of my life" and thanked all those who supported him along the way. Mathieu, who started every game in his last three seasons on the Saints, recently opened up to Kay Adams on the Up & Adams Show about why he chose to hang up his cleats this offseason.
