Tyrann Mathieu’s Retirement Keeps NFL Record Safe For Now originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Beloved New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu announced his retirement on Tuesday. Without the Honey Badger in the league, the record books will look a little different in 2025.

Tyrann Mathieu isn't completely closing the door on a return to the NFL, but for now, the former Super Bowl champion and three-time first-team All-Pro remains confident in his decision after announcing his retirement Tuesday.

Mathieu went on to joke that his five-year-old daughter was upset at him for retiring because she was going to miss getting "dressed up" for his game days. Mathieu and his girlfriend share three kids: 12-year-old and 11-year-old sons, Noah and Tyrann Jr., and a five-year-old daughter, Mila.