Former NFL Player Doug Martin Died
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A former agent for ex-NFL star Doug Martin released a statement on behalf of the late player's family on Monday night as details emerged in his death.
Ex-Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin battled mental-health issues and his relatives were seeking medical assistance before he died, the family said.
Martin was picked 31st overall in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft after a standout career at Boise State. He rushed for 1,454 yards and 11 touchdowns as a rookie to earn a Pro Bowl berth. He had 1,402 yards rushing and six TDs in 2015 when he made the Pro Bowl and was first-team All-Pro.