Star safety Tyrann Mathieu has solidified his bond with the New Orleans Saints, declaring his desire to retire with the team that represents his hometown. In a recent interview with Kay Adams, Mathieu expressed his commitment to New Orleans, stating, “I wouldn’t want to play for any other team… The opportunity to win for my hometown trumps me going anywhere else.”
The Louisiana native emphasized his pride in playing for the Saints and his hope to etch his name into NFL history as one of the top safeties of his generation, including aspirations for a future Hall of Fame induction.
Mathieu’s sentiments mirror those of fellow Saints star Alvin Kamara, who made waves earlier this year with his own declaration of loyalty. Kamara, who secured a two-year extension amid trade rumors, stated his desire to remain in black and gold for life. He likened the thought of playing elsewhere to a comic book metaphor, saying, “It’d be like Venom—my real self trying to rip away from another uniform.”
The Saints’ front office showed mutual commitment to Kamara by restructuring his previous five-year, $75 million deal. The extension, which replaced the final year of his contract, ensures Kamara remains integral to the franchise’s plans despite earlier salary cap concerns.
For both Mathieu and Kamara, their loyalty underscores a rare commitment in professional sports. With their hearts firmly rooted in New Orleans, the duo embodies the city’s spirit and the aspirations of Saints fans everywhere.
