Ex-Buccaneers Running Back Doug Martin Dead at 36, NFL Mourns the Sudden Loss of the Pro Bowl Star

Doug Martin, a former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back and two-time Pro Bowler, has died at just 36 years old. A source confirmed his passing early Saturday, though no further details have been released. Martin, who earned All-Pro honors in 2015, played seven NFL seasons and left a lasting mark on the league with over 5,000 rushing yards. His unexpected death has stunned fans, teammates, and the football community worldwide.