Rashean Mathis

Rashean Mathis announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday after 13 seasons.

Fantasy Impact

With the announcement of Rashean Mathis' retirement, the Detroit Lions will now have to address the defensive back position in the upcoming NFL Draft or through free agency.

Mathis played 13 seasons and started 165 games over that span. He spent 10 years with the Jaguars and finished with the Detroit Lions.

Fantasy Impact

Mathis was a First-Team All-Pro corner in 2006, but injuries hampered him throughout his career. He suffered a concussion which ended his 2015.

Cornerback Rashean Mathis has re-signed with the Detroit Lions on a two-year deal worth $3.5 million.

Fantasy Impact

Mathis is coming off one of his best seasons as a pro. The soon to be 35-year-old was ranked 12th among corners by Pro Football Focus, in 2014. In addition to being a stalwart in the Lions secondary, the 12-year veteran has contributed heavily to the development of fellow corner Darius Slay, who is expected to step in to a number one role next season. There had been interest by both sides on reuniting, however Mathis was waiting for a multi-year deal from Detroit. After receiving attention from a number of other teams during Free Agency, the Lions were finally persuaded to give the stellar veteran the contract he desired and deserved.

Cornerback Rashean Mathis has expressed interest in playing at least one more season for the Detroit Lions, according to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press.

Fantasy Impact

Mathis is coming off one of his best seasons as a pro. The soon to be 35-year-old was ranked 12th among corners by Pro Football Focus, in 2014. In addition to being a stalwart in the Lions secondary, the 12-year veteran has contributed heavily to the development of fellow corner Darius Slay. Although he is set to be an unrestricted free agent, Mathis is almost a lock to return to the Lions for another season, as their defense is undeniably stronger with him on the field.