Former Vikings First Round Draft Pick, 10-Year NFL Veteran, Dies
Summary
Doug Martin, a former NFL defensive lineman who played 10 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings, died on April 20 at age 68. He was known for leading the league in sacks during the 1982 season and was recognized as a top defensive player throughout his career.Key Facts
- Doug Martin was drafted ninth overall in the 1980 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings.
- He played his entire 10-year NFL career (1980-1989) with the Vikings.
- Martin recorded 61.5 sacks in 126 games before retiring.
- He led the NFL in sacks during the strike-shortened 1982 season with 11.5 sacks in nine games.
- Martin was named to the all-NFC first team by UPI and Pro Football Weekly in 1982.
- He earned NFC Defensive Player of the Month honors in September 1986.
- Martin was a two-time first team All-Pac-10 defensive tackle in college at the University of Washington.
- After retirement, Martin lived in Woodinville, Washington, and was inducted into his high school Hall of Fame.
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