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Former NFL star Doug Martin has passed away at the age of 36, his family announced on Sunday. The cause of death remains unconfirmed.
Martin was a talented running back who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2012 to 2018, earning two Pro Bowl selections and a first-team All-Pro nod in 2015. He also had stints with the Oakland Raiders and Boise State University during his college days.
During his rookie season, Martin made an immediate impact, playing all 16 games and rushing for 1,454 yards and 11 touchdowns. His breakout game came against the Oakland Raiders when he ran for 251 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his impressive skills on the field.
Martin's career statistics stand at 5,356 yards and 30 touchdowns in 84 career games. While his time as a professional athlete was unfortunately cut short, his legacy lives on through his impressive achievements on the gridiron.
The news of Martin's passing has sent shockwaves through the sports world, with many fans and former teammates paying tribute to his memory. His family respectfully asked for privacy at this difficult time, asking that fans respect their wishes as they grieve the loss of a loved one.
Martin was a talented running back who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2012 to 2018, earning two Pro Bowl selections and a first-team All-Pro nod in 2015. He also had stints with the Oakland Raiders and Boise State University during his college days.
During his rookie season, Martin made an immediate impact, playing all 16 games and rushing for 1,454 yards and 11 touchdowns. His breakout game came against the Oakland Raiders when he ran for 251 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his impressive skills on the field.
Martin's career statistics stand at 5,356 yards and 30 touchdowns in 84 career games. While his time as a professional athlete was unfortunately cut short, his legacy lives on through his impressive achievements on the gridiron.
The news of Martin's passing has sent shockwaves through the sports world, with many fans and former teammates paying tribute to his memory. His family respectfully asked for privacy at this difficult time, asking that fans respect their wishes as they grieve the loss of a loved one.
just heard about Doug Martin passing away at 36... it's crazy how quickly pro careers can change. I mean, he was already making waves in the league by his rookie year and had some amazing stats to show for it 
. It's sad that his life was cut short like that. He left behind a legacy as an athlete and I'm sure his family will be taking this time to grieve and remember him fondly 
. Rest in peace Doug, you'll be missed by fans of the game 
. I think it's awesome that his family is asking us to respect their wishes during this tough time... it's not easy losing someone so young 
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sad news about Doug Martin. it's crazy he was only 36 tho 
. thinkin bout all the amazing plays he made on the field, it's like he was just gettin to find his groove when his time ran out 
. i remember watching him play for the buccaneers, he had some beastly games, my fave being that one against oakland where he went nuts for 251 yards and 4 touchdowns 
, you will be missed
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5k yards and 30 touchdowns ain't no joke... it's a shame he won't get to see the game he loved evolve anymore 
️ Doug Martin was definitely a talented dude, I mean have you seen those highlight reels from his rookie season? he was like a running machine 
and that breakout game against the Raiders was insane! 
I've got a lot of respect for guys who can make an impact right off the bat. it's crazy to think about how much potential he had, but life's unpredictable and sometimes it just doesn't work out 
i remember watching his games with my dad, we were both obsessed with his speed and agility 
rest in peace Doug, your legacy will live on forever 
. Hasn't there been any study linking football to early death? Want some sources on this ASAP 
. Also, can we talk about how the NFL's concussion protocols are still pretty lax? Just saying, want to see some concrete data before accepting that his passing is just a tragic accident 
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36 is just so young to be gone... like, what even is that? A career cut short, and now he's just... gone. 
. Boise State University must be so proud of having produced a guy who got snuffed out before he even hit 40 
. Anyway, condolences to the fam... may his memory live on 
... RIP Doug Martin 
that's insane! 
but what's crazy is how quickly it can all end - 36 is way too young 
... remember watching him play for the Bucs back in the day, he had some amazing games especially that one against Oakland where he ran for 251 yards and four touchdowns 
... he left an impression even after his playing days were done, but it's still sad to see him go 
... but what's even harder to accept is that we wont get to see him light up the field again, or see what could've been if he had more time 
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. RIP Doug Martin, my condolences to his family