Arthur Maulet Announces Retirement After A Decade in NFL

The National Football League is saying goodbye to Arthur Maulet, a dependable slot cornerback who has wrapped up his nine-season career. NFL insider Cameron Wolfe confirmed Maulet’s decision to retire after playing with seven different teams. His final appearance was with the Detroit Lions in 2025.

Maulet’s journey in the NFL began as an undrafted free agent after the 2017 NFL Draft. Coming from Memphis, he initially joined the New Orleans Saints and spent his rookie year on their practice squad. Although released by the Saints in September 2018, Maulet’s persistence led him to briefly join the Indianapolis Colts before returning to the Saints.

In January 2019, the New York Jets offered Maulet a future contract, where he stayed for two seasons. During his time with the Jets, he amassed 67 tackles, one sack, one fumble recovery, seven pass deflections, and two interceptions.

After his stint in New York, Maulet signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Impressive performances earned him a contract extension after a successful 2021 season. That year, he achieved personal bests with 59 tackles, two sacks, a forced fumble, and an interception. Despite his efforts, the Steelers released him before the 2023 season.

Maulet then joined the Baltimore Ravens, playing 14 games and starting three of them. While with the Ravens, he contributed 37 tackles, two fumble recoveries, five pass deflections, and one interception. Yet again, Maulet secured a two-year contract extension, only to face challenges with a knee injury that placed him on injured reserve.

Returning to play in 2025, Maulet had short tenures with the Houston Texans and once more with the Lions. Ultimately, he chose to end his career. Over nine seasons, he recorded a total of 239 tackles, five sacks, two forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, 18 pass deflections, and five interceptions.