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Doug Martin, Former Buccaneers Running Back, Dies at 36

The family confirmed his death; the cause remains unconfirmed.

Trauer um Doug Martin
Schockierende Nachricht aus der Football-Welt! Der ehemalige NFL-Running-Back Doug Martin (36/Tampa Bay Buccaneers und Oakland Raide...
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Overview

  • He died Saturday morning at age 36, according to a family statement made public.
  • TMZ first reported the death, and FoxSports reporter Greg Auman shared the family's statement on X.
  • The Buccaneers posted a tribute on X, calling him a fan favorite with a lasting impact and noting his inclusion among the franchise’s top 50 players.
  • Drafted No. 31 overall by Tampa Bay out of Boise State in 2012, he ran for 1,454 yards and 11 touchdowns as a rookie, including a 251-yard, four-touchdown game against the Raiders on Nov. 4, 2012.
  • He earned Pro Bowl honors in 2012 and 2015 and was an All-Pro in 2015, later serving a four-game suspension in 2016 before finishing his career with the Raiders in 2018.