Tyrann Mathieu seemingly throws shade at Chiefs with free agency looming

Free agent safety Tyrann Mathieu posted a cryptic message on Twitter that may or may not have been directed towards the Kansas City Chiefs.

The Kansas City Chiefs have an important player on the defensive side of the ball that is set to hit unrestricted free agency in safety Tyrann Mathieu. At the NFL Honors, Mathieu said that he would like to remain with the team. The question that remains is if the team will do so with the start of the league year approaching.

On Saturday, Mathieu posted a message on Twitter that may or may not have thrown shade towards the Chiefs. You can read the message below.

Tyrann Mathieu seemingly throws shade at Chiefs

While Mathieu is without a doubt an important player for the Chiefs to try and lock in, the team does have some other things they are trying to work out.

At the NFL Combine, general manager Brett Veach said that he would like to sign offensive tackle Orlando Brown to a long-term contract extension, but mentioned that he would consider placing a tag on him if no deal were to be reached by the March 8 deadline to extend negotiations into the summer. Not only that, but the Chiefs are negotiating a new deal with star wide receiver Tyreek Hill.

Losing Mathieu could be huge for the Chiefs, as he will no doubt command a ton of attention on the open market. Spotrac projects Mathieu to carry a market value of $14.8 million per year.

This past season, Mathieu recorded 76 total tackles, six defended passes, three interceptions, three fumble recoveries and one sack. In coverage, Mathieu allowed 36 receptions for 414 yards and three touchdowns on 52 targets, per Pro Football Reference.