Martin (ankle) has informed the Cowboys that he plans to retire this offseason, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Martin has one year left on his contract but is coming off of a 2024 season that saw him miss the final seven games with an ankle injury that required surgery. He was the No. 16 overall pick in the 2014 Draft, was a nine-time Pro Bowl selection and was named a first-team All-Pro seven times. He's just 34 years old, but Martin's body has been breaking down in recent years, as injuries have piled up. Martin's next stop is likely the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Cowboys' Ring of Honor.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Moves to IR
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Martin (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Monday.
Martin's move to IR was just a formality after it was reported he would undergo season-ending surgery Thursday. The nine-time Pro Bowler also battled a shoulder injury this season, limiting him to 10 games. The 34-year-old is set to enter free agency this coming offseason.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Injury not career-ending
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Owner Jerry Jones said Friday that Martin's ankle injury "shouldn't be viewed as [the] end to his playing [career] at all...it should be viewed as the remainder of this season, and only that," Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Martin battled through ankle and shoulder injuries this season, though those issues forced him to be sidelined for the Cowboys' last two games. There was optimism that he could return for Monday's game against the Bengals, but the veteran guard instead opted to undergo season-ending surgery on his right ankle. The 34-year-old Martin has anchored the Cowboys' offensive line since being selected No. 6 overall in the 2014 NFL Draft, and Jones appeared optimistic Friday that Martin will return for the 2025 campaign. With Martin done for the year, Brock Hoffman will serve as Dallas' starting right guard for the final five games of the regular season.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Officially ruled out for Week 13
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Martin (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Giants, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
Martin will be unavailable for Week 13, as expected, while he continues to nurse the ankle injury he suffered in Week 11 versus the Texans. T.J. Bass appears to be in line to draw the start at right guard versus New York.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Unlikely to play this week
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Martin (ankle) is considered a long shot to play Thursday against the Giants, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Martin missed the team's win over the Commanders on Sunday and is in danger of missing a second straight game with the Cowboys on a short week. Assuming he misses, T.J. Bass would likely draw the start at left guard.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Not playing Sunday
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Martin (ankle/shoulder) will not travel with the team and has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Commanders, Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
The veteran guard will miss just his third game since 2022. One of the league's ironmen among offensive linemen, Martin will likely be replaced by T.J. Bass for Week 12.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: DNP on Wednesday's estimation
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Martin (ankle/shoulder) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimation, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
The All-Pro offensive lineman exited the Cowboys' loss to the Texans on Monday night after sustaining an ankle injury, so Wednesday's estimated DNP comes as no surprise. Martin likely needs to upgrade to at least limited work Thursday or Friday in order to play in the Cowboys' Week 12 matchup against the Commanders.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Questionable for Monday
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Martin (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Saturday and is listed as questionable against the Texans on Monday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Martin opened the week as a DNP on Wednesday due to a shoulder issue, but he was able to end with consecutive limited sessions. If he's unable to play Monday, T.J. Bass would be in line to start at right guard.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Getting extra rest Wednesday
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Martin did not participate at practice Wednesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
The listed reason for his absence was "rest" despite previous reporting from Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News that suggested Martin may still have been dealing with an illness. He's on track to suit up for the wild-card round.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Taking field Sunday
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Martin (thigh) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Martin was limited in practice Friday, but he'll play Sunday against Miami, which should be good news for the Dallas offensive line. The Notre Dame product should start at right guard.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Absent from practice Wednesday
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Martin (thigh) did not practice Wednesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Martin was injured in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Bills, and he wasn't able to return. It's unclear how severe the issue is, but it doesn't bode well that he wasn't able to practice at all to begin Week 16 prep. Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy said Monday that Martin will "definitely have a chance to play this week," per Machota, but it bears keeping an eye on his status for the remainder of the practice week.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Won't return versus Buffalo
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Martin (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Bills, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Martin was seen with his thigh wrapped up heavily after sustaining a quadriceps injury in the first quarter. He tried to work his way back, but will not return to Sunday's game. T.J. Bass will continue to operate at right guard in Martin's absence.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Leaves game with quad injury
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Martin (quadriceps) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bills, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Martin went to the blue medical tent before getting his thigh tapped. T.J. Bass has entered into the game at right guard in Martin's absence.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Dealing with new injury
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Martin suffered a bruised quadriceps injury in Sunday's 38-3 win over the Patriots, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Martin was active for Week 4 despite dealing with an ankle injury, then exited the game before its conclusion. However, his latest ailment pertains to his quadriceps. Watkins suggests that Martin is not in danger of missing Week 5 against the 49ers, but the veteran guard should at least be considered questionable until the team releases its first injury report for the week.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Will play Sunday
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Martin (ankle) is active Sunday against the Patriots, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Martin was expected to play, so his ability to do so doesn't come as a surprise. It's still good news for the Cowboys, who came into the day with three of their starting offensive linemen questionable. Tyler Biadasz (hamstring) will also be active, while Tyron Smith (knee) is inactive.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Expected to suit up
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Martin, who is listed as questionable with an ankle injury, is expected to play Sunday against the Patriots, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Martin and Tyler Biadasz (hamstring) are both slated to return in Week 4 after missing the Cowboys' Week 3 loss to Arizona. With two of their best offensive linemen back, the Cowboys' offense should see a boost against the Patriots.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Possible Week 4 return
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Martin (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters Friday that he's expecting Martin and center Tyler Biadasz (hamstring) to suit up this coming Sunday after the two missed Week 3's 28-16 loss against Arizona, per Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News. If the All-Pro lineman does miss Week 4's contest, T.J. Bass is expected to get the start at right guard.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Won't play Sunday
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Martin (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Martin played through a groin injury in Week 2 but rolled his left ankle during the win over the Jets and didn't return. He didn't practice at all during Week 3 prep, so it's not surprising to see him ruled out.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Status up in air for Sunday
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Martin (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Arizona, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Martin was able to play through a groin injury Week 2 until he rolled his left ankle this past Sunday against the Jets and left that contest early. He didn't practice at all during Week 3 prep, but considering his status entering the weekend, he has a chance to resume his role as the Cowboys' starting right guard this Sunday.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Holdout over
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Martin and the Cowboys agreed to terms Monday on a reworked contract, ending his holdout, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Martin remains arguably the best guard in the league, and his new contract will compensate him as such. The veteran right guard will now make $18 million in each of the next two seasons, fully guaranteed, a raise of more than $8.5 million total. Having the eight-time All-Pro locked in for Week 1 eases any concerns about protection for Dak Prescott and running room for Tony Pollard behind what looks like one of the league's better O-lines.
