Former NFL All-Pro running back and Boise State star Doug Martin died at the age of 36, his family said in a statement on Sunday.
TMZ and FOX were among the media organizations that confirmed the news with people close to Martin on Sunday. A statement from his family to FOX read: “It is with great sadness to share all this with you Doug Martin died Saturday morning. The cause of death is currently unconfirmed. Please respect our privacy at this time.”
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with whom he played most of his career, released a statement Sunday afternoon:
“We are deeply saddened by the sudden and unexpected passing of Doug Martin. From his record-breaking rookie season in 2012 to his multiple Pro Bowl selections during his six seasons as a Buccaneer. Doug has had a lasting impact on our franchise.”
After being selected No. 31 overall in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft, Martin made an immediate impact for the Buccaneers as a rookie, making the Pro Bowl and NFL All-Rookie Team after a 1,454-yard, 11-touchdown season.
Injuries hampered Martin for the rest of his career, spent mostly in Tampa Bay, although he added a second Pro Bowl appearance and a 1,400-yard season in 2015, when he was a first-team All-Pro.
Despite the injuries, Martin managed to surpass 400 meters in every campaign of his career. That level of consistency allowed him to rank fourth on Tampa Bay’s all-time rushing list with 4,633 yards over six seasons. He also ranks third all-time in Buccaneers rushing touchdowns, with 26.
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He ended his seven-year career with one season playing for the Oakland Raiders in 2018.
Martin was also one of the all-time greats for Boise State. He rushed for 3,431 yards from 2007 to 2011, ranking him eighth on the school’s all-time rushing list. He also ranks sixth with 43 career rushing touchdowns.
