Tyrann Mathieu admits drinking bleach to pass college drug tests

January 31, 2026, 2:24 AM EST
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CITY, State (Fox News) — Tyrann Mathieu reflects on extreme measures taken during college football career.

Key Facts:

  • Mathieu consumed bleach to manipulate a drug test while at LSU.
  • The drastic decision nearly cost Mathieu his life.
  • He never returned to the LSU football team after his dismissal, entering the 2013 NFL Draft.
  • Mathieu had a successful 12-year NFL career, retiring in 2024 with numerous accolades.
  • He played a crucial role in the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl LIV title run.

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    LSU safety Tyrann Mathieu during game against Tennessee at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., Oct. 15, 2011.

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    New Orleans Saints safety Tyrann Mathieu against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason game at State Farm Stadium Aug. 10, 2024, in Glendale, Ariz.

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    Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu gets ready before the snap against the Denver Broncos during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium Dec. 5, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo.

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