Tyrann Mathieu discusses near Eagles signing before Saints contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 11:05 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Tyrann Mathieu revealed he nearly signed with the Philadelphia Eagles during the 2022 offseason. He had discussions with Eagles leadership and received outreach from general manager Howie Roseman. Ultimately, Mathieu chose to return to his hometown and signed a three-year deal with the New Orleans Saints. This decision coincided with the Eagles advancing to Super Bowl LVII against the Kansas City Chiefs, which Mathieu regrets missing out on, believing he could have faced his former team on a bigger stage.
- •Mathieu considered joining the Eagles in 2022.
- •He returned to New Orleans, signing for $28.3 million.
- •The Eagles advanced to Super Bowl LVII that season.
- •Mathieu viewed this as a missed opportunity.
- •He is now retired and co-hosting a podcast.
- 11:05 PMYahoo Sports — Tyrann Mathieu reveals how close he came to joining the Eagles
"Tyrann Mathieu said he considered signing with the Eagles in 2022 but now believes he cost himself a chance to face the Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII.
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