Martin was a two time team captain at Notre Dame. In 2013 at the Pinstripe Bowl he became the first offense lineman to earn MVP honors in a bowl game since 1959. The 6’4”, 308 lb. Martin was a cornerstone of the Dallas Cowboys’ offensive line for eleven seasons from 2014 to 2024. becoming one of the most decorated guards in NFL history. Drafted 16th overall in the 2014 NFL Draft, Martin made an instant impact and anchored the line with exceptional skill and consistency, earning nine Pro Bowl selections and being named a First-Team All-Pro seven times. He also secured a spot on the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team, signed a record-breaking contract extension in 2018, and helped the Cowboys achieve offensive line dominance during his tenure. Despite battling injuries late in his career, Martin’s leadership, durability, and performance set a new standard for offensive linemen in Dallas, and he officially retired after the 2024 season, leaving a legacy as one of the greatest players in Cowboys history. Martin is a member of the TSHOF Class of 2026.
