Fantasy Player Profile Tyrann Mathieu
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TyrannMathieu
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- DB #32
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TyrannMathieu
- College: LSUHeight: 69" Weight: 190lbDOB: 05-13-1992 Exp: 11
Year Total Pos Rk '22 97.50 18 '21 94.00 27 '20 84.00 27 '19 93.00 15
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vs. ATL: #19 vs opposing DB - 26.95 FPA
| Bye Week11 | Rank50 | % Rostered- | % Change- | WK 17 Pts4.00 | WK 18 Pts0.00 |
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| Wk | Opp | Results | Pts |
| 1 | TEN | 4.00 | |
| 2 | @CAR | 4.00 | |
| 3 | @GB | 4.00 | |
| 4 | TB | 4.00 | |
| 5 | @NE | 9.50 | |
| 6 | @HOU | 3.50 | |
| 7 | JAX | 3.00 | |
| 8 | @IND | 2.50 | |
| 9 | CHI | 6.50 | |
| 10 | @MIN | 7.50 | |
| 11 | Bye | 0.00 | |
| 12 | @ATL | 9.50 | |
| 13 | DET | 0.50 | |
| 14 | CAR | 6.50 | |
| 15 | NYG | 3.00 | |
| 16 | @LA | 8.50 | |
| 17 | @TB | 4.00 | |
| 18 | ATL | 0.00 |
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| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | TEN, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 2 | @CAR, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 3 | @GB, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 4 | TB, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 5 | @NE, | - | - | 1 | - | - | 9.50 |
| 6 | @HOU, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 3.50 |
| 7 | JAX, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 8 | @IND, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2.50 |
| 9 | CHI, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 6.50 |
| 10 | @MIN, | 7 | - | - | - | - | 7.50 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | @ATL, | 3 | - | 2 | - | - | 9.50 |
| 13 | DET, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.50 |
| 14 | CAR, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 6.50 |
| 15 | NYG, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 3.00 |
| 16 | @LA, | 6 | - | - | - | - | 8.50 |
| 17 | @TB, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.00 |
| 18 | ATL, | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | 0.00 |
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The Saints have the top two defenders in coverage success rate this season (min. 30 targets)
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Inks new deal with New Orleans
The Saints re-signed Mathieu on a two-year, $13 million contract Thursday, Josina Anderson of CBS Sports reports.
Analysis: The 31-year-old has officially agreed to terms to stay in New Orleans after spending the last two years with the team. Despite a slight drop in his numbers in 2023, Mathieu remained effective, tallying 75 total tackles and nine passes defended, including four interceptions through 17 regular-season contests. Assuming he can avoid injury, the 2013 third-rounder should maintain his every-down role as the Saints' starting free safety in 2024.
Published: Thu, Mar 7 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Tackling production dips in 2023
Mathieu appeared in all 17 games during the 2023 regular season, tallying 75 tackles and nine passes defended, including four interceptions.
Analysis: Mathieu logged 16 fewer tackles compared to the 2022 campaign when he recorded a career-high 91. However, he remained effective in coverage during his second season with New Orleans, tallying at least three interceptions for the fifth season in a row to go along with the fourth pick-six of his 11-year career. Mathieu will enter the final season of his three-year, $28.3 million contract with New Orleans in 2024.
Published: Wed, Jan 17 at 7:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Has decent day Sunday
Mathieu recorded five tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 23-13 win at Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Mathieu's five total tackles in Week 17 brought his total on the season to 72, good for fifth on his team heading into this weekend's regular-season finale. New Orleans will host the run-heavy Falcons in Week 18.
Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Active in Week 16 loss
Mathieu recorded nine tackles (six solo) and a pass breakup in the Saints' 30-22 loss to the Rams on Thursday.
Analysis: The safety played every single defensive snap for the 11th time in 15 games. Mathieu has recorded 67 tackles, eight pass breakups and three interceptions so far during his second season in New Orleans.
Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 7:31am by Rotowire.com
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Season-best tackling effort in loss
Mathieu racked up nine tackles (six solo) and one pass defensed during Thursday's 30-22 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Mathieu is up to 67 tackles (46 solo) to go with eight pass breakups and three interceptions across 15 appearances on the season. The veteran safety remains an every-down starter for the Saints, and he may need to come up big again in order for the team to contain Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers' offense Week 17.
Published: Fri, Dec 22 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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Picks off two passes Sunday
Mathieu notched four tackles (three solo) and two interceptions in Sunday's 24-15 loss to the Falcons.
Analysis: Mathieu halted a Falcons drive deep into New Orleans territory by picking off Desmond Ridder at the Saints' one-yard line late in the second quarter. The veteran struck again in the third period, picking off Ridder on a deep pass intended for Van Jefferson. The interceptions were Mathieu's second and third of the campaign, giving him at least three pickoffs in five straight seasons.
Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 6:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Suits up for Week 8
Mathieu (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Colts, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
Analysis: In a sign of good news for the Saints' secondary, Mathieu and starting strong safety Marcus Maye (illness, hamstring) will both play Sunday. Mathieu has played in all seven contests so far this season and has amassed 26 tackles (16 solo) and an interception returned for a touchdown.
Published: Sun, Oct 29 at 9:08am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to suit up Week 8
The Saints have ruled Mathieu (foot) questionable to play Sunday versus the Colts.
Analysis: Mathieu began Week 8 prep with a pair of limited practices, but his outlook was improved by his ability to log a full practice session Friday. The safety was also listed as questionable for last Thursday's loss to Jacksonville, but he played in that game and logged 98 percent of the team's defensive snaps. Mathieu hasn't missed a regular-season contest since the opening game of Kansas City's 2021 slate, and he appears to have a good chance of extending his streak to 41 straight matchups this…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 27 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited at practice Wednesday
Mathieu (foot) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Mathieu played through his foot injury in Week 7, so New Orleans is likely just giving him some extra rest to start the week. If he can practice in full Thursday or Friday, he would probably go into the weekend without an injury designation.
Published: Wed, Oct 25 at 3:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Playing Thursday
Mathieu (foot) is active for Thursday night's game against the Jaguars.
Analysis: The safety was a limited participant in practice this week leading up to the game. Mathieu has started all six contests this season and recorded 23 tackles, an interception and two additional defensed passes.
Published: Thu, Oct 19 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable versus Jacksonville
Mathieu is questionable for Thursday's game against the Jaguars with a foot injury.
Analysis: Mathieu was a limited participant in practice all week and is now officially listed as questionable for Thursday's game. With Lonnie Johnson (hamstring) also dealing with an injury, the Saints could find themselves thin at safety if either Mathieu or Johnson doesn't play.
Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited on Monday practice estimate
Mathieu (foot) was marked as a limited participant in the Saints' practice estimate Monday, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.
Analysis: Mathieu played 60 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss at the Texans, so the estimate could simply be the result of load management. It will be worth keeping an eye on New Orleans' injury reports Tuesday and Wednesday anyhow to get a better grasp of Mathieu's potential availability.
Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores in blowout win
Mathieu did not record a tackle but had a pick-six during New Orleans' 34-0 win against the Patriots on Sunday.
Analysis: Mathieu returned a Mac Jones interception 27 yards in the first quarter to give the Saints their first of four touchdowns of the day. This was the 31-year-old's first touchdown since 2019, and he'll aim for another productive week against the Texans on Sunday.
Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 7:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Five tackles in opener
Mathieu recorded five tackles (three solo) in the Saints' 16-15 win over the Titans in Week 1.
Analysis: Mathieu didn't do anything flashy but he was able to log five takedowns while playing every one of the team's defensive snaps in the narrow victory. The safety is now in his second season with New Orleans and is coming off a 2022 campaign in which he registered a career-high 91 tackles.
Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Contract restructured
Mathieu agreed Friday to restructure his contract with the Saints, clearing up $4.7 million in 2023 salary cap space, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Mathieu posted a career-high 91 tackles (64 solo) while suiting up for all 17 games with New Orleans in 2022, with eight passes defended and three interceptions. The veteran safety heads into his age-31 season with two years left on his deal with the Saints.
Published: Fri, Feb 24 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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Posts career campaign in NOLA
Mathieu recorded a career-high 91 tackles (64 solo) as well as eight passes defended, including three interceptions, while playing all 17 games in the 2022 season.
Analysis: Mathieu provided instant returns after joining his hometown team this past offseason, finishing with the squad's second-most tackles behind linebacker Demario Davis (109) as well as the second-most passes defended behind cornerback Alontae Taylor (11). The 30-year-old safety also tallied at least three interceptions for the fourth year in a row, increasing his career total to 29. Mathieu was one of the few mainstays in New Orleans' banged-up secondary by playing all but two defensive snaps in…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 13 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Collects season-high 11 stops
Mathieu recorded 11 tackles (six solo) in Saturday's 17-10 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Mathieu had his best outing Saturday in terms of stops dating back to Week 4 of 2017, when he logged 12 tackles. The veteran safety amassed a game-high 11 stops versus Cleveland, which accounts for his third double-digit tackling performance of his career, as well as his new season high in that department. Mathieu will now look to keep momentum churning and operate in his usual every-down role when the Saints travel to Philadelphia in Week 17.
Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 8:51am by Rotowire.com
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Solid outing in win
Mathieu tallied six solo tackles and two passes defended in Sunday's 21-18 win against the Falcons.
Analysis: Mathieu tied strong safety Marcus Maye for the Saints' second-most passes defended Week 15, as Atlanta signal-caller Desmond Ridder went 13-for-26 passing for 97 yards during his starting debut. The 30-year-old free safety now ranks second on the team in passes defended this season (seven) behind cornerback Alontae Taylor (10), who also paced the team in this category with three Sunday. Mathieu has also recorded 70 tackles while playing just about every defensive snap through 14 games this…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 6:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Seven tackles in loss
Mathieu recorded seven tackles (five solo) during the Saints' 20-10 loss to the Steelers on Sunday.
Analysis: Mathieu has yet to take a play off this season, playing all 79 of the Saints' defensive snaps Sunday. He was able to match his season high with seven tackles, the third time he's reached that number in 2022. The safety is now up to 50 tackles this season while also recording three pass deflections, two interceptions and a fumble recovery over the first 10 contests.
Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 8:59am by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Sunday
Mathieu (illness) will play Sunday against the Falcons, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Mathieu missed practice Friday due to the illness, but he's recovered enough to take the field Sunday. The star safety's presence should be a boost to the Saints' defense, as he makes his debut with his hometown squad.
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable with illness
Mathieu (illness) is questionable for Sunday's season opener against the Falcons, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.
Analysis: Mathieu popped up on the injury report Friday after not practicing due to an illness. The star safety will have two days to shake the aliment before attempting to make his Saints debut Sunday.
Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Getting $18M guaranteed in deal
Mathieu agreed Monday on a three-year, $33 million contract with the Saints that includes $18 million fully guaranteed, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Mathieu and the Saints still are ironing out some details on the contract before it's finalized, but the 29-year-old is committed to continuing his career in his hometown of New Orleans. The three-time Pro Bowler joins the team after a three-year stay in Kansas City that he concluded with a 76-tackle, three-interception effort over 16 games in 2021.
Published: Mon, May 2 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Finalizing deal with Saints
Mathieu and the Saints agreed to terms on a deal Monday that is expected to be finalized in the coming days, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Given his status as a former LSU standout and New Orleans native, Mathieu-to-the-Saints buzz has been percolating for several weeks, but it wasn't until after the 2022 NFL Draft that the two sides were able to gain meaningful traction in contract discussions. The exact terms of Mathieu's deal may not be known for a few more days, but the 29-year-old is expected to slot in as a starter in an excellent New Orleans secondary that includes cornerbacks Marshon Lattimore and Paulson Adebo, free-agent…read more
Published: Mon, May 2 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Mathieu (concussion) will play in Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Bengals after having his injury designation removed ahead of the contest.
Analysis: Mathieu was listed as a full practice participant both Thursday and Friday but headed into the weekend officially listed as questionable while awaiting clearance from NFL's concussion protocol. Sunday's announcement confirms Mathieu's availability against Cincinnati, which sets the stage for him to continue to serve as the Chiefs' starting strong safety. In 16 regular-season outings, the 29-year-old logged 76 tackles, three picks and a sack.
Published: Sun, Jan 30 at 10:03am by Rotowire.com
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Remains in concussion protocol
Mathieu hasn't cleared the NFL's concussion protocol as of Saturday, but he's expected to do so in advance of Sunday's AFC Championship Game versus the Bengals, Matt Verderame of FanSided.com reports.
Analysis: Mathieu sustained a head injury during last Sunday's divisional-round win against the Bills when he was accidentally kicked in the helmet by Josh Allen while tackling the quarterback on the first possession of the contest. While Mathieu didn't practice Wednesday, he returned in full Thursday and Friday, signifying that he only requires clearance from an independent neurologist to be able to play this weekend. He'll need to do so by approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 3:00 p.m. ET kickoff…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 29 at 4:46pm by Rotowire.com
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On track to play
Mathieu (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, with Chiefs coach Andy Reid saying Friday that he expects the defensive back to play, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star suggests Mathieu is on track to clear the NFL's concussion protocol Saturday, at which points the Chiefs could also choose to remove him from the final injury report (or not). Mathieu suffered the injury on his seventh snap in last week's win over the Bills, leaving Daniel Sorensen in an every-down role for the remainder of the contest. Sorensen doesn't lack for experience, but the Chiefs should be especially glad to get Mathieu back in the lineup after last…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 28 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Full participant Thursday
Mathieu (concussion) was a full participant in Thursday's practice session, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
Analysis: While coach Andy Reid indicated that Mathieu hasn't yet cleared the league's concussion protocol, it was encouraging to see him back in action without limitations Thursday. Assuming he clears the protocols in the coming days, it wouldn't be surprising to see him start in Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Bengals.
Published: Thu, Jan 27 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Feeling better but misses practice
Mathieu (concussion) didn't practice Wednesday, but Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said the defensive back is doing well and has a chance to play Sunday against the Bengals in the AFC Championship Game, Ben Volin of The Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: Mathieu and Chiefs nickelback Rashad Fenton (back) are expected to be the only starters listed on the injury reports for either team ahead of Sunday's contest. Fenton missed the first two weeks of the playoffs, but his return to practice Wednesday combined with Reid's optimism on Mathieu suggests the Chiefs could have a healthy secondary by Sunday.
Published: Wed, Jan 26 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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Remains in concussion protocol
Mathieu is in the protocol for head injuries after suffering a concussion during Sunday's playoff victory over the Bills, Matt Derrick of ChiefsDigest.com reports.
Analysis: Mathieu sustained the injury on Buffalo's first drive and was unable to retake the field after the diagnosis was confirmed. The 29-year-old apparently is feeling well, but he'll need to clear league protocols to have a chance of suiting up this weekend against the Bengals.
Published: Mon, Jan 24 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return against Bills
Mathieu (concussion) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Bills.
Analysis: Further testing confirmed a concussion for Mathieu. He's done for the remainder of the divisional round and will need to clear the NFL's concussion protocol to suit up if the Chiefs advance in the postseason.
Published: Sun, Jan 23 at 4:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Evaluated for concussion
Mathieu is being evaluated for a concussion Sunday against the Bills, Adam Teicher of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Mathieu was hit in the head by his own teammate on Buffalo's first drive of the divisional round matchup. The safety was escorted to the locker room for testing, and his return can be considered questionable at this time.
Published: Sun, Jan 23 at 4:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Consistent presence on back end
Mathieu compiled 78 tackles (60 solo), a sack and three interceptions during the 2021 regular season.
Analysis: Mathieu has been a model of consistency since joining the Chiefs. He's played in no fewer than 15 games in each campaign and has racked up 60-plus tackles and at least three interceptions in all three seasons. Mathieu is finishing up the last of his three-year deal with the Chiefs and may command a hefty salary on the open market, which could result in the veteran moving on from Kansas City.
Published: Fri, Jan 14 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Full participant Wednesday
Mathieu (quadriceps) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Mathieu left Sunday's blowout win over the Steelers in the second half due to a quad contusion, but coach Andy Reid said Mathieu "feels great" after going through a full practice Wednesday. Barring a setback, the star safety will likely be available when the Chiefs face the Bengals in Week 17.
Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely available Sunday
Coach Andy Reid said Wednesday that Mathieu (quadriceps) "feels great" after leaving Sunday's win over the Steelers in the second half, Herbie Teope of The Kansas City Star reports.
Analysis: The Chiefs were blowing the Steelers out when Mathieu was ruled out for the rest of the game, so that may have caused Kansas City to be overly cautious with the star defensive back. Reid also said that the athletic trainers were able to work on the injury right away, which may have allowed Mathieu to recover more quickly than usual. With that said, the Chiefs have yet to release their practice report, which will give a better indication of what Mathieu's status will look like for Week 17.
Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Done for today
Mathieu (quadriceps) will not return Sunday against the Steelers, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Mathieu exited in the second half with the injury. The severity of the injury is unknown and whether Mathieu's inability to return has more to do with the score and time left in the game or the extent of the injury itself. Daniel Sorensen will likely see extra work for the remainder of the game. After the game, coach Andy Reid clarified that Mathieu's injury is a quad contusion, per Nate Taylor of The Athletic, so Mathieu is unlikely to miss additional game action as a result of the injury.
Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Two turnovers in limited play
Mathieu produced five solo tackles, one interception and one fumble recovery in Sunday's 48-9 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Mathieu had a relatively lackluster tackling performance in the blowout win for the Chiefs, as he played less than 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps (44) for just the second time this season. Nevertheless, Mathieu still managed to account for two turnovers for the first time since Week 2. The star safety has 63 tackles (51 solo), three interceptions and two fumble recoveries in 12 games in 2021.
Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies season-high tackle count
Mathieu compiled a season-high nine tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's win over the Broncos.
Analysis: Mathieu's 2021 season remains on track to finish near the previous two he turned in for the Chiefs. Through 11 games, Mathieu has 58 tackles (46 solo), a sack and a pair of interceptions, giving him just enough fantasy value to warrant IDP consideration in some formats. Mathieu hasn't tallied an interception since Week 2, however, so he shouldn't be counted on to consistently get involved in that aspect.
Published: Tue, Dec 7 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Week 11
Mathieu (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The star safety was a late addition to the injury report, which naturally raised concerns about his availability for Sunday's interconference showdown. However, Mathieu will fill his usual role against a short-handed Cowboys passing game that will be down Amari Cooper (reserve/COVID-19).
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with knee injury
Mathieu is questionable for Sunday's contest against the Cowboys due to a knee injury.
Analysis: Mathieu was a late addition to the injury report, which isn't a good sign for his availability against Dallas. Backup strong safety Armani Watts (illness) is also questionable, so the Chiefs may need to rely on Daniel Sorensen and Juan Thornhill as their top two safeties against Dak Prescott and the Cowboys' high-powered offense.
Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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Clear for Monday night
Mathieu (illness) bears no injury designation ahead of Monday night's game against the Giants.
Analysis: Mathieu missed Friday's practice with the ailment. He was back in full capacity Saturday, however, and looks to be a full go for Monday.
Published: Sat, Oct 30 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Nursing illness
Mathieu was a non-participant at Friday's practice due to an illness.
Analysis: The severity of Mathieu's illness is unclear at this time, but he will have an extra day to recover with the Chiefs' Week 8 game being played on Monday. Armani Watts would presumably be in line to replace him at strong safety if Mathieu is ultimatley unable to suit up.
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Another five stops
Mathieu recorded five tackles in Sunday's 31-13 win over Washington.
Analysis: Mathieu has been on the field for 100 percent of the Chiefs' defensive snaps since Week 2. He's recorded at least five tackles in four of five contests while also racking up four passes defended and two interceptions on the campaign.
Published: Tue, Oct 19 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Posts five solo tackles
Mathieu recorded five solo tackles in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Mathieu recorded six solo tackles, three pass breakups and two interceptions, including a pick-six, in Week 2. That's the upside Mathieu brings to the table, so fantasy managers should be satisfied with his Week 3 effort. The Chiefs will look to bounce back against the Eagles in Week 4.
Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 8:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Delivers two picks, touchdown
Mathieu had six tackles (all solo) and recorded two interceptions, one of which he returned for a touchdown, during Sunday's 36-35 loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Mathieu picked off Lamar Jackson on the third play from scrimmage and returned it 34 yards for a touchdown, which is the third score of his career. The 29-year-old added another interception late in the first quarter as he picked off Jackson in the end zone. Mathieu missed the season opener after testing positive for COVID-19 in early September, but he looked like his playmaking self during his season debut in Week 2.
Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 9:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready for game action
Mathieu was not listed on the Chiefs' injury report Wednesday.
Analysis: Mathieu was held out of the team's opening game due to an illness, though he managed to participate in warmups prior to the contest. His absence from the injury report and full return to practice means Mathieu will be in line for his season debut in a Week 2 matchup against the Ravens.
Published: Wed, Sep 15 at 7:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in season opener
Mathieu (illness) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Browns, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Mathieu participated in pregame warmups but was held out in the end. This means the star safety is now likely to make his season debut at Baltimore next Sunday, while Armani Watts could be in line for a bigger role with Mathieu inactive.
Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Status in question for Sunday
Mathieu (illness), who was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.
Analysis: Mathieu tested positive for COVID-19 on Sept. 1, which seemingly gave him enough time to clear all the hurdles associated with NFL protocols and get back on the active roster. He accomplished the feat just one day before the Chiefs' season opener, but perhaps the team is concerned with his conditioning due to the long layoff. Mathieu's status for Week 1 will become known approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.
Published: Sat, Sep 11 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated from COVID list
Mathieu was activated from the COVID-19 list Saturday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports
Analysis: The Chiefs announced Mathieu's activation Saturday, but the team plans to monitor the 29-year-old ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns. Mathieu has not participated in practice for over a week, so the team may just be taking precautions to make sure its star safety is ready for game action. If the veteran plays, he will likely give the Chiefs a boost on defense against a Cleveland offense that projects to be formidable in 2021.
Published: Sat, Sep 11 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Week 1 status in doubt
Mathieu (illness) didn't practice Thursday, and his status for Sunday's season opener against the Browns remains up in the air, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Mathieu was placed in the COVID protocols eight days ago. While individuals who are vaccinated -- which Mathieu reportedly is -- don't need to spend a full 10 days in the protocols and can return once they produce two negative tests 48 hours apart, they also must be asymptomatic for 48 hours to be cleared. The deadline to activate Mathieu will be Saturday at 4:00 p.m. EDT.
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Coach Andy Reid said Mathieu (illness) won't practice Wednesday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
Analysis: Mathieu tested positive for COVID-19 last week and was expected to rejoin the team ahead of Wednesday's practice. It's unclear if he has cleared protocols and simply isn't practicing, or if he is still under protocols, as he hasn't officially been activated off the COVID-19 list. The star safety will be in danger of missing Week 1 if he continues to be absent at practice. Armani Watts is the most likely candidate to start at safety if Mathieu is unable to go.
Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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Could return Wednesday
Coach Andy Reid said Mathieu (illness) remains in COVID-19 protocols, but the safety could rejoin the team ahead of Wednesday's practice, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mathieu has been on the COVID-19 list since testing positive for the virus last week, but he could end up getting a full week of practice ahead of Sunday's season opener against the Browns. Armani Watts remains the likely candidate to start at safety should Mathieu be unable to gain clearance in time.
Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Tests positive for COVID-19
Mathieu was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday after he tested positive for the virus, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Mathieu has a chance to return after a relatively brief absence since he's fully vaccinated, according to Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star. Under the league's health and safety protocols, he'll need to produce two negative tests administered at least 24 hours apart before returning to the team. The 29-year-old is slated to have a significant role in the Chiefs secondary once he's fully healthy, but Armani Watts would likely start Week 1 against Cleveland if Mathieu is unable to return in…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 1 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Turnover machine in 2020
Mathieu cranked out 62 tackles (48 solo) and a career-high six interceptions during the 2020 regular season.
Analysis: Mathieu has been nothing short of spectacular since joining the Chiefs prior to the 2019 season, compiling a combined 10 interceptions and 132 tackles (111 solo). He failed to record a sack for the first time since 2014, but Mathieu made up for it with his ball-hawking ways and remains one of the elite safeties in the NFL. He's owed significant money leading up to 2021 but has given Kansas City little reason to cut ties with his performance since joining the club.
Published: Tue, Feb 2 at 9:24am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch Sunday
Mathieu (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It's a star-studded list of inactives Sunday, with Patrick Mahomes, Tyreek Hill (hamstring), Sammy Watkins (calf) and Clyde Edwards-Helaire (ankle) not playing. Mathieu will receive a two-week break with the Chiefs having already clinched a first-round bye for the playoffs.
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially active Sunday
Mathieu (hip) is active for Sunday's game versus the Dolphins.
Analysis: After being limited during Friday's practice session, Mathieu has been cleared to play against the rising AFC foe. The veteran safety should handle his typical every-snap workload that has produced 57 tackles, seven pass breakups and five interceptions through 12 games.
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to suit up Sunday
Mathieu (hip) is expected to play Sunday against the Dolphins, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Mathieu was added to Kansas City's Week 14 injury report Friday after being limited by a hip issue. The versatile safety has made his mark as an IDP this season by logging 57 tackles and five picks in 12 games to date.
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 5:24am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable with hip injury
Mathieu (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Analysis: Mathieu's playmaking ability will be sorely missed if he sits, as he has compiled five interceptions this season, including three in the last two games. If Mathieu can't go, the standout safety would likely be replaced by Juan Thornhill.
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Leading tackler in Week 1
Mathieu paved the way with a team-best eight tackles (six solo) Thursday versus the Texans.
Analysis: Mathieu is no stranger to helping out in the run game, posting at least 75 tackles in each of his last three seasons. While his opening night was fairly quiet otherwise, the Honey Badger does enough on a weekly basis to warrant IDP consideration.
Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 4:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Turns in another impressive season
Mathieu totaled 75 tackles (63 solo), four interceptions and two sacks across 16 regular-season contests in 2019.
Analysis: Mathieu fell 14 tackles shy of matching the career-high total he recorded in both 2014 and 2018, but he doubled up his interception total from the previous campaign. The safety has two years remaining on the contract he signed with the Chiefs last March, so he should retain his spot at the back end of the Kansas City defense next season.
Published: Wed, Feb 19 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Pads tackle total
Mathieu notched six tackles (all solo) and a pass defensed Sunday versus the Bears.
Analysis: Mathieu has notched at least five tackles in each of the last three weeks, leaving him on the IDP radar in some leagues at a defensive back slot. The seventh-year safety would need 14 tackles next week to reach his season total from last year, but he has already surpassed the interceptions mark and is just one off his sack total.
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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Picks up second sack of 2019
Mathieu recorded five tackles (all solo), including a sack, in Sunday's tilt versus the Broncos.
Analysis: Mathieu has hit a fantasy stride in recent weeks, notching six tackles against the Patriots the week prior and an interception in each of the two weeks before that. Chicago typically tries to get tight ends and running backs involved in the passing game, so Mathieu could have another solid tackle day ahead in Week 16.
Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 2:35am by Rotowire.com
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Notches second INT of season
Matheu recorded an interception, two passes defensed and eight tackles (four solo) in Monday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Mathieu fell just two tackles shy of his season-high 10 recorded during Week 6 versus the Texans. Mathieu has already matched the two interceptions he has posted in each of the last two seasons, but he's on pace to fall short of the career-high 89 tackles he recorded last year in Houston.
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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