Former Bucs star Doug Martin has died at the age of 36
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Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers star Doug Martin has died, his family said Sunday. He was 36 years old.
Martin’s family issued a statement to Fox Sports Confirm his death. TMZ Sports first reported that the former NFL player had died. The cause of his death was not announced.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22) against the St. Louis Rams at the Edward Jones Dome on December 17, 2017. (Aaron Doster/USA TODAY Sports)
“It is with great sadness that I must inform you all that Doug Martin passed away on Saturday morning. The cause of death is currently unconfirmed. Please respect our privacy at this time,” the Martin family said.
The former Boise State star was the 31st overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. The California native made an immediate impact when he took the field in Tampa Bay.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22 years old) runs the ball against the New Orleans Saints during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium on December 11, 2016. (Kim Clement/USA TODAY Sports)
He played in all 16 games of his rookie season, rushing for 1,454 yards and 11 touchdowns. He had a breakout game against the Oakland Raiders when he ran for 251 yards and four touchdowns. He earned a Pro Bowl nod that season.
Martin played most of his career with the Pirates. He was a two-time Pro Bowler and was a first-team All-Pro selection in 2015. In 2018, Martin played for the Raiders and had 723 yards and four touchdowns.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22) is introduced as he runs out of the tunnel before the game at Raymond James Stadium on December 10, 2017. (Kim Clement/USA TODAY Sports)
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He ran for 5,356 yards and 30 touchdowns in 84 career games.
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