Former NFL Pro Bowl running back Doug Martin has reportedly died at the age of 36, his former NFL team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and his alma mater, Boise State University, both confirmed on Sunday (October 19).
“We are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden and unexpected passing of Doug Martin,” the Buccaneers wrote. “From his record-setting rookie season in 2012 to his multiple Pro Bowl selections during his six seasons as a Buccaneer, Doug made a lasting impact on our franchise.
“He was a fan favorite during his time in Tampa Bay and was honored as one of the Top 50 Buccaneers of all time for his numerous achievements.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and everyone whom Doug touched throughout his life.”
“Doug Martin, one of Boise State’s best running backs in school history and a seven-year NFL veteran, passed away this weekend. He was 36,” the Boise State football program wrote on its official website. “A member of the Boise State football program from 2007-11, Martin was a two-time first team all-conference honoree and still ranks in Boise State’s top-10 for career rushing yards (eighth, 3,431 yards), rushing touchdowns (sixth, 43), rush attempts (ninth, 617), yards per carry (eighth, 5.56) and rushing yards per game (ninth, 66.0). He is also tied for fourth in school history with 17 100-yard games in a career.”
Martin’s death was initially reported by TMZ Sports, which cited a source with direct knowledge of the situation, on Sunday. The former Boise State standout was the first first-round running back in program history when he was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at No. 31 overall in the 2012 NFL Draft.
Martin spent six of his seven NFL seasons with Buccaneers, which included being selected as a First-team All-Pro in 2015, as well as a two-time Pro Bowler, both in 2015 and during his rookie season in 2012 and holds several franchise records, as well as the NFL record for most touchdowns in a half (4). The Oakland native spent his final NFL season with the then-Oakland Raiders in 2018.
Martin finished his NFL career with 5,356 yards, 30 touchdowns and 1,322 rushing attempts, as well as 148 receptions for 1,207 yards and two touchdowns in seven seasons.
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