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  Doug Martin, Former Buccaneers Running Back, Dies at 36 — Fans and Teammates Mourn NFL Star Keywords: Doug Martin, Doug Martin death, Doug Martin Buccaneers, Doug Martin NFL, former running back dies, Doug Martin obituary The NFL community is mourning the sudden death of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin , who passed away on October 18, 2025 , at just 36 years old. Tributes have poured in from former teammates, coaches, and fans across the football world, honoring the player once known as the “Muscle Hamster.” Who Was Doug Martin? Doug Martin was born on January 13, 1989, in Stockton, California. He became a standout running back for Boise State University , where his explosive running style and strength made him one of the school’s all-time greats. His college success led to his first-round selection (31st overall) by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the 2012 NFL Draft . Nicknamed the “Muscle Hamster” for his compact, powerful build, Martin quickly b...

These are the top ten highest salary cap numbers for players on the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles in the 2022 season. It's important to note that a player's salary cap number and base salary are not always the same, as signing bonuses, incentives, and other factors can impact a player's overall earnings. Additionally, some players are due to become unrestricted free agents in March 2023, and their financial situations may change depending on their contract negotiations. 10. Joe Thuney, Guard, Chiefs 2022 Salary Cap Number: $8,151,250 9. Travis Kelce, Tight End, Chiefs 2022 Salary Cap Number: $8,444,999 8. Brandon Graham, Defensive End, Eagles 2022 Salary Cap Number: $9,413,000 7. Darius Slay, Cornerback, Eagles 2022 Salary Cap Number: $9,731,000 6. Lane Johnson, Right Tackle, Eagles 2022 Salary Cap Number: $11,059,000 5. Frank Clark, Defensive End, Chiefs 2022 Salary Cap Number: $13,286,111 4. Orlando Brown Jr., Left Tackle, Chiefs 2022 Salary Cap Number:...