Jacob Martin Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Raiders vs Commanders game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Mar 13, 2025
Heading to Washington
Martin agreed to a one-year, $3-million deal with the Commanders on Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.
ANALYSIS
The defensive end played on a one-year deal in 2024 as well, with the Bears, recording 15 tackles (nine solo), including 3.0 sacks. Martin played on 213 defensive snaps and on 203 special teams snaps, the fourth season in a row in which he saw nearly as many special teams snaps as defensive snaps. The 2018 sixth-round pick of the Seahawks has never made more than 23 tackles in a season, and he's now gotten one-year deals in each of the last three offseasons.
Jan 6, 2025
Three sacks in 2024
Martin played 15 snaps, but recorded no stats in the Bears' 24-22 win over the Packers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Martin saw his first game action with the Bears in Week 8. On the season, the seven-year veteran tallied 15 tackles and 3.0 sacks. The defensive end has not posted more than 23 stops or 4.0 sacks in a season as he heads to unrestricted free agency in his age-29 season.
Oct 27, 2024
Will play vs. Washington
Martin (toe) is active for Sunday's game against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Martin will make his 2024 regular-season debut Sunday after missing the first six games due to a toe injury. The 2018 third-round pick will provide depth at defensive end behind starters Montez Sweat and DeMarcus Walker.
Oct 26, 2024
Activated from IR
The Bears activated Martin (toe) from injured reserve Saturday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin may be able to suit up for Sunday's road game against Washington, now that he's been removed from IR. The veteran defensive end has missed the entire regular season to this point due to a toe injury sustained late August, and once back on the field he's expected to contribute in a depth role.
Oct 25, 2024
Questionable for Week 8
Martin (toe) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Martin has yet to suit up this season after being placed on injured reserve in late August due to a toe issue. However, he was designated to return Oct. 9 and logged a full week or practice, giving himself a chance to suit up in Week 8. Martin must still be activated to the Bears' active roster in order to play Sunday.
Oct 12, 2024
Won't play vs. Jaguars
Chicago will not activate Martin (toe) from its injured reserve list for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, Scott Bair of Marquee Sports Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin managed a full practice Friday, but apparently he'll need to sit out at least one more game before he's ready for game action. His next chance to suit up will be in Week 8 at Washington.
Oct 11, 2024
Practicing fully but still on IR
Martin (toe) logged a full practice Friday but remains on injured reserve and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Martin has logged three full practices in the lead-up to the Week 6 London game against the Jaguars, but he will need to be officially activated from injured reserve prior to Sunday's game in order to suit up. If Martin plays, he would provide edge depth for a Chicago pass rush that will be looking to generate extra pressure to make up for a depleted Bears secondary that will be without starting safety Jaquan Brisker (concussion) and likely starting cornerback Tyrique Stevenson (calf) as well.
Oct 9, 2024
Returns to practice
Martin (toe) was designated to return from injured reserve and was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's practice estimate.
ANALYSIS
Martin was placed on IR before the first game of the season and has had his 21-window to practice with the team opened. Although he'll still need to be moved to the 53-man roster ahead of Sunday's game against the Jaguars, he appears on track to be with the Bears estimating he could have practiced in full Wednesday. Further clarity on his status for Week 6's London matchup will likely come closer to kickoff Sunday.
Aug 28, 2024
Opening season on IR
Martin (undisclosed) was placed on injured reserve by the Bears on Tuesday, Larry Mayer of the team's official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin failed to log any stats in the preseason after signing with the Bears in March, suffering an undisclosed injury along the way at some point. The defensive lineman will now be forced to miss at least Chicago's first four games of the regular season before he'd be eligible to return Week 5 against the Panthers on Oct. 6.
Sep 12, 2023
Limited role in season opener
Martin had one assisted tackle in Sunday's loss to Jacksonville.
ANALYSIS
Martin played on 10 of the defense's 70 snaps as he'll have a limited reserve role on the defensive line. Martin played in 13 games with the Broncos and Jets last season, recording 14 tackles, including 2.5 sacks, while forcing a fumble in those contests.
May 19, 2023
Signs with Texans
Martin and the Texans agreed on a one-year contract Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin played in 13 games with the Broncos and Jets last season, recording 14 tackles, including 2.5 sacks, while forcing a fumble in those contests. Now with Houston, he should be considered a depth option behind the likes of Christian Harris and Denzel Perryman at outside linebacker.
May 10, 2023
Let go by Denver
The Broncos released Martin on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Martin was traded from the Jets to Denver mid-season and will now head to free agency. The 27-year-old registered eight tackles (three solo) and 1.5 sacks last season and will now look for another opportunity elsewhere.
May 10, 2023
Let go by Denver
The Broncos released Martin on Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
The 27-year-old appeared in 13 games between the Jets and Broncos last season, logging 14 tackles and 2.5 sacks. He'll now look for another opportunity elsewhere for a team seeking depth on the edge.
Dec 14, 2022
Heads to IR, out for season
Coach Nathaniel Hackett said Wednesday that Martin (knee) will go on injured reserve, ending his 2022 campaign, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hackett sustained the knee issue during the Broncos' Week 14 loss to Kansas City and will miss the final four games of the regular season after being placed on injured reserve. The fifth-year linebacker made 13 total appearances (five with Denver and eight with the Jets) during the 2022 campaign and complied 14 tackles, 2.5 sacks and one forced fumble.
Dec 11, 2022
Managing knee issue
Martin didn't return to Sunday's loss to Kansas City due to a knee injury, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin recorded a solo tackle before exiting Sunday's game due to his knee injury. The severity of the issue isn't yet clear, and his status for next Sunday's game against Arizona hasn't been revealed.
Nov 27, 2022
Will play Sunday
Martin (knee) is active Sunday against the Panthers
ANALYSIS
Martin got in a limited practice Friday after being unable to practice earlier in the week. He should provide depth at linebacker for the team Sunday.
Nov 1, 2022
Headed to Mile High City
The Jets traded Martin to Denver on Tuesday along with a 2024 fifth-round pick in exchange for 2024 fourth-round pick, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
After sending star edge-rusher Bradley Chubb to Miami at the trade deadline, the Broncos are scrambling to find fill-in reps at the position. Until Baron Browning and Randy Gregory return from injuries, Martin could actually see a significant role in Denver's defense right away.
Mar 18, 2022
Signs with Jets
The Jets signed Martin on Thursday, Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin spent the last three seasons in Houston and started a career-high 14 games in 2021. He finished with 23 tackles, four sacks and two forced fumbles and will look to build off of his breakout campaign with New York in 2022.
Dec 26, 2021
Activated from COVID-19 list
Martin was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin spent five days on the COVID list after testing positive. Now that he's healthy, he should return to starting on the edge of the Texans' defensive line Sunday against the Chargers.
Dec 20, 2021
Tests positive for COVID-19
Marin (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
ANALYSIS
Aaron Wilson of SportsTalk790 reports that Martin, along with Maliek Collins and Derek Rivers, tested positive for the virus. The 2018 sixth-round pick has played over 40 percent of the Texans' defensive snaps in every game this season, so his potential absence would be a big blow to an already porous defense.
Nov 16, 2020
Back from COVID-19 list
The Texans activated Martin (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Aaron Wilson of The Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin tested positive prior to a Week 9 matchup against the Jaguars, but he's recovered and will return to team activities moving forward. The Texans' linebacker corps has gotten pretty banged up this year, including Brennan Scarlett (forearm) being placed on IR, so Martin could battle for a starting role moving forward.
Nov 9, 2020
Staying on COVID-19 list
Coach Romeo Crennell said Monday that Martin (illness) is will stay on the reserve/COVID-19 list for the Week 10 matchup against the Browns, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin tested positive last Wednesday and will miss at least two games as a result. Crennel did reveal that Whitney Mercilus and Dylan Cole, who were considered close contacts to Martin, are expected to return this week. Martin will aim to get back in action in Week 11 against the Patriots.
Nov 5, 2020
Tests positive for COVID-19
Martin was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday after testing positive for the virus, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
The Texans will work virtually Thursday as a result. Martin won't be available for Sunday's game versus the Jaguars, but he could return Week 10 if he clears the league's COVID-19 protocols.
Sep 11, 2020
Records sack off edge
Martin had two tackles and one sack in Thursday's 34-20 loss to the Chiefs in Week 1.
ANALYSIS
Martin came off the edge and got to Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes on the first Chiefs' drive, taking them out of field-goal range. Texans defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver talked about a larger role for Martin, who recorded 3.5 sacks while playing 21 percent of the snaps on defense in 2019, but the edge rusher played just 18 snaps (26 percent) Thursday. He'll be on the field in every passing situation in 2020.
Aug 28, 2020
Shows off speed in scrimmage
Martin scooped up a fumble and ran it in for a touchdown during Thursday's scrimmage, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin is a budding IDP candidate for the Texans and is expected to play a larger role in 2020. He played just 221 defensive snaps (21 percent) in 2019, but contributed 3.5 sacks. He'll be on the field in all passing situations and could get more snaps if he establishes himself against the run.
Aug 24, 2020
More comfortable in Year Two
Martin is expected to play more during his second season with the Texans, John McClain of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin, who joined the Texans from Seattle in the Jadeveon Clowney trade, used his quickness off the edge to record 3.5 sacks in 223 defensive snaps, 20.5 percent of the snaps. It's natural he'll get more playing time in 2020. He joined the Texans on Aug. 31 last year, days before the regular season, and had to learn a whole new system. "He's definitely more comfortable in our system," head coach Bill O'Brien said. "Coming into our system, some things (were) different. He's done a good job of picking that up. He's had a great camp." Martin will remain a backup at both outside linebacker spots, behind Whitney Mercilus and Brennan Scarlett, but Martin will be on the field in passing situations.
Jan 2, 2020
Ready for wild-card round
Martin (knee) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's playoff contest against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Martin was a full participant in Thursday's practice after beginning the week with back-to-back limited sessions. He's set to play his usual depth role in Houston's linebacker corps.
Dec 29, 2019
Sitting out Sunday
Martin (knee) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Martin was a limited participant in practice this week, and with the Texans already having the division wrapped up, they decided to hold Martin out. It will be his second straight game missed, and with the Temple product sidelined, Barkevious Mingo is expected to see some extra snaps.
Dec 27, 2019
Questionable for Sunday
Martin (knee) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Martin was limited in practice throughout the week, which was an upgrade from last week when he was unable to see any practice time. His status will be revealed closer to Sunday's 4:25 ET kickoff, and if Martin is forced to miss his second straight games, Barkevious Mingo could be looking at some extra snaps as a result.
Dec 19, 2019
Won't go Week 16
Martin (knee) is ruled out of Saturday's game against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Martin has been unable to practice all week and accordingly will miss Saturday's tilt. Barkevious Mingo could be looking at some extra snaps as a result.
Dec 17, 2019
Managing knee injury
Martin didn't practice Wednesday due to a knee injury.
ANALYSIS
Martin apparently suffered the injury during Sunday's win over the Titans, as he saw his three-game sack streak come to an end. The 24-year-old likely will need to return to practice in the next two days to have a legitimate chance of suiting up Week 16.
Oct 31, 2019
Role set to expand
Martin's role on defense could expand with the loss of J.J. Watt (pectoral) to season-ending injury, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Martin, who joined the Texans from Seattle in the Jadeveon Clowney trade, has contributed mostly on special teams with minimal work on defense until now. He recorded Houston's lone quarterback hit in Week 8's win over Oakland. While he's not a defensive end by trade, the edge linebacker will be part of a crew that gets increased playing time in the absence of Watt. "Jacob works very hard, he plays hard, he practices hard," coach Bill O'Brien said. "He tries to do everything right. He's a really good teammate, very smart. We move him around a lot. He helps us on special teams, helps us on defense." Seattle's sixth-round draft pick in 2018 out of Temple, Martin had three sacks in his rookie season.
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