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Former NFL player who died in police custody battled injuries and mental health challenges
Former NFL player Doug Martin, 36, died after what police said was a “brief struggle” with officers who arrested him early Saturday while investigating a home break-in.

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Former NFL star battled mental health challenges before dying in custody: Family
Ex-NFL star Doug Martin was dealing with 'mental health challenges' before death, rep says
Oakland police to release bodycam footage of encounter with ex-NFL player Doug Martin
The death of a well-known former NFL player while in Oakland police custody over the weekend is generating an outcry from the community, with friends saying Doug Martin struggled with mental health is...

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Doug Martin's family was 'actively seeking medical assistance' for him prior to death
Ex-NFL running back Doug Martin dies in Oakland police custody
Former NFL All-Pro Doug Martin died in police custody after entering neighbor’s home ‘disoriented,’ family says
“The Oakland Police Department remains committed to transparency. However, to ensure the integrity of the investigation, the release of information must be limited at this time,” the statement read.

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Doug Martin's family says mental illness was a factor in residential break-in that led to his death
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Former NFL player Doug Martin dies while in Oakland police custody

Bills, Ravens, Chiefs losses in Week 5 make NFL history not seen in 2,800 days

The Bills, Chiefs, and Ravens all lost their games in Week 5. That has not happened all in the same week since the 2017 NFL season.
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Cowboys and Packers players rip NFL's overtime rule saying about a tie, 'It sucks'

The Cowboys and Packers played in overtime to a tie. Players said there needs to be a winner or loser. Don't expect changes in the rule anytime soon.
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Report: Former Buccaneers' RB Doug Martin passes away at age 36

Fox Sports' Greg Auman shared a statement from Martin's family, which read, "It is with great sadness to inform you all that Doug Martin passed away Saturday morning. Cause of death is currently unconfirmed.
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