Pro
2005: Played in 12 games with 8 starts and had career highs in catches (27), yards (224) and touchdowns (three), but again was slowed by injuries. ... Caught 11 passes in first six games before groin injury sidelined him for next three games. ... Sustained concussion against Bears Dec. 25 and missed final game. ... Signed two-year contract as unrestricted free agent with the Packers on March 16 worth $1.365 million, including a $250,000 signing bonus.
2004: In nine regular-season games, made five receptions for 88 yards and contributed three special teams tackles. ... Prior to being placed on injured reserve (knee) Nov. 30, had returned to role as the primary backup to three-time Pro Bowl pick Bubba Franks at tight end after sharing the No. 2 job with 15-year veteran Wesley Walls in 2003.
2003: A question mark to make the roster last season, Martin played in all 16 games as well as both playoff games. Started three times in two-tight-end formations and started the postseason tilt against Seattle. ... Caught 13 passes, equaling the third-year pro’s career high, for 79 yards (6.1 average) and two touchdowns. ... Touchdowns came in the rout of Oakland and the loss at Arizona. ... Had seven tackles on special teams and forced a fumble on a Bears punt return to set up a field goal to help turn a 14-3 deficit into a 34-21 triumph. ... Under contract through 2004.
Served as a backup tight end for second straight season, but slipped to third on the depth chart behind Bubba Franks and Tyrone Davis. ... Caught 8 passes for 33 yards and 1 touchdown last year. ... Selected as Packers' 2001 'Offensive Rookie of the Year.' Caught 13 passes for 144 yards and 1 touchdown. Had 4 tackles on special teams. ... Played in 14 regular-season games, with one start, and was inactive for the other two contests. Did not suit up for the Packers' two playoff games. Bothered by nagging injuries for most of 2001 season.
College
Played wide receiver, earning four varsity letters at the University of Tennessee (1997-2000). Finished collegiate career with 46 receptions for 543 yards (11.8-yard average) and 5 touchdowns. Was a member of the Volunteers' 1998 national championship team. |