Nephew Tyrann Mathieu commits to HBCU
Nephew former NFL star Tyrann Mathieu has found a home at an HBCU. Tyrone Mathieu III takes his talents at Prairie View A&M to join the reigning SVAC champions under head coach Tremaine Jackson.
Mathieu III wants to make his mark on the defense the same way his uncle, Tyrann Mathieu, did in his pre-retirement NFL years. Matje III was a defensive anchor for St. Augustine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Matje III showed his talent in several positions on the team, playing corner and free safety.
Nephew of NFL star Tyrann Mathieu committed to HBCU football 🟣🟣🟡 https://t.co/490JAKrg57
— Section 107 Panthers (@107Panther57195) February 11, 2026
Knights of St. The Augustine Purple Knights were a powerhouse in Louisiana, finishing the season 12-2 and earning a spot in the 2025 LHSAA Division I state championship game. Edna Carr ended up winning the game.
Matje III joins a A Prairie View A&M team that was the best defense in the SVAC last season. Under Tremaine Jackson, they topped the conference in scoring defense, holding teams to 17.9 points per game; total defense, holding teams to 274 yards per game; and passing defenses, where they held teams to 139.4 yards per game.
Mathieu III will look like a standout player in a strong secondary that came close to winning the Celebration Bowl over South Carolina State. All eyes will be on how Mathieu III adjusts to HBCU football and if his uncle, Tyrann Mathieu, shows up for a few games.
2026-02-11 21:25:00
