US EditionScott Slant: There would be no 50-3 without Doug Martin
Doug Martin was Boise State's first running back drafted in the first NFL round and rushed over 1,200 yards in both 2010 and 2011, aiding a 50-3 team record, officials said.
- On Monday, Doug Martin passed away over the weekend at age 36; he was Boise State running back and a key player in the 2008–11 Boise State Broncos football team run.
- After a 2007 redshirt season, Doug Martin, multi‑position recruit from St. Mary's High , started 2008 at linebacker making 11 tackles and later gained 107 yards on 24 carries.
- In bowl games he delivered, notably rushing for 765 yards and 15 touchdowns, including the winning TD in the Fiesta Bowl vs TCU .
- Martin's threat in the backfield was central to Kellen Moore's 50-3 record, and observers note Boise State team dynamics shared credit, muting outcry over recognition.
- In Boise the family responded, with Leslie Martin recalling his final Boise State game was the 2011 Las Vegas Bowl, and Doug Martin served 14 seasons as a KTVB color commentator.
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Former Buccaneers All-Pro running back Doug Martin dies at age 36
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