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by Elliot Smith | CBSSports.com
Report: Jonathan Martin (back) retiring from football
Former Miami Dolphins and San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Jonathan Martin, who played a major role in Miami's bullying scandal, is retiring from the NFL due to a back issue that will require surgery, a source told NFL.com insider Ian Rapoport. Martin was waived by the 49ers in March and picked up by the Carolina Panthers; however, the back injury would have kept him out of action for the entire season, and Martin decided to call it quits. Martin left the Dolphins during the 2013 season citing locker room issues that mainly included bullying by teammate Richie Incognito. He was traded to the 49ers, where he was reunited with his former Stanford coach Jim Harbaugh, starting nine games with the team.
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by Dave Peters | CBSSports.com
Panthers OT Jonathan Martin excited about new opportunity
Carolina Panthers offensive tackle Jonathan Martin is looking forward to being a part of the team, reports the team's official website. He also believes that being with the Panthers is an ideal fit. "I'm excited to be a part of a team that's had a lot of success recently," Martin said. "I know a little bit about coach Ron Rivera and (offensive line) coach (John) Matsko and I'm excited about working with them and being successful here." Martin, a former second-round draft choice of the Dolphins, was surprised by the fact that he only spent one year with the 49ers. "It was a little surprising not being in San Francisco for another year, but that's the nature of the business," Martin said. "I'm glad I got another opportunity. I'm excited to be a part of this group." Panthers general manager Dave Gettleman likes the experience that Martin brings to the team. "Our goal is to build the strongest roster possible and add competition at every position,"Gettleman said. "Jonathan brings quality experience to our offensive line, having started 32 games in his career at both tackle spots." Martin wants to become a better player, and he appreciates the opportunity given to him by the Panthers. "At this point it is firmly in the past," Martin said. "I want to have a successful career playing football. I'm lucky to have gotten an opportunity here in Carolina."
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by Elliot Smith | CBSSports.com
Panthers claim OT Jonathan Martin off waivers
The Carolina Panthers announced Friday they have signed tackle Jonathan Martin off waivers, one day after the lineman was released by the 49ers. Martin played in 15 games with San Francisco last season, starting nine of them. Prior to that, he was a member Dolphins before being traded for a conditional seventh-round pick in 2014. The 25-year-old has started 32 of the 38 games he's played in. "Jonathan brings quality experience to our offensive line, having started 32 games in his career at both tackle spots," Panthers GM Dave Gettleman said.
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by Larry Hartstein |
49ers waive OT Jonathan Martin
The San Francisco 49ers announced they waived offensive tackle Jonathan Martin, who played in 15 games last season, sarting nine. Martin, 25, was acquired by San Fran in a March 2014 trade with the Dolphins. He has played in 38 career games with 32 starts.
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by R.J. White | CBSSports.com
49ers' Frank Gore, Michael Crabtree active vs. Chargers
San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore (concussion) and wide receiver Michael Crabtree (knee) are active for Saturday's Week 16 matchup with the Chargers. Both players were listed as questionable on the team's final injury report, though it was reported early Saturday that Gore would in fact suit up for the game. Crabtree has yet to miss a game this season. Offensive tackle Anthony Davis (concussion) is also active after being listed as questionable. The team had several players listed as probable and all are active Saturday, including cornerbacks Perrish Cox (ankle) and Chris Culliver (knee), safety Raymond Ventrone (groin), linebacker Michael Wilhoite (hip), tackle Jonathan Martin (illness), center Marcus Martin (knee), tight end Kyle Nelson (back) and defensive linemen Justin Smith (back), Quinton Dial (knee) and Tony Jerod-Eddie (foot).
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by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com
49ers unveil lengthy injury report for Saturday game
The San Francisco 49ers have ruled the following players out for Saturday's game against San Diego: Linebacker Chris Borland (ankle), cornerback Tramaine Brock (hamstring), running back Carlos Hyde (ankle), wide receiver Steve Johnson (knee). Linebacker Ahmad Brooks (thumb), wide receiver Michael Crabtree (knee), right tackle Anthony Davis (concussion), running back Frank Gore (concussion), safety Raymond Ventrone (groin) and linebacker Michael Wilhoite (hip) were labeled as questionable. Meanwhile, cornerback Perrish Cox (ankle), cornerback Chris Culliver (knee), defensive tackle Quinton Dial (knee), defensive end Tony Jerod-Eddie (foot), right tackle Jonathan Martin (illness), center Marcus Martin (knee), long snapper Kyle Nelson (back) and defensive end Justin Smith (back) were all deemed as probable.
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by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com
Jonathan Martin ready to fill in as starting tackle
The loss of Anthony Davis to a hamstring injury will likely result in Jonathan Martin take over at right tackle for the San Francisco 49ers against Dallas on Sunday. Martin who was acquired for a conditional seventh-round pick from Miami in the offseason, would be making his first appearance on an NFL field since Oct. 27, after which he left the Dolphins in the midst of a bullying scandal. "I want to go out there and play a good game, you know," Martin told the team website, which is claiming that Martin improved as the preseason progressed. "Get off on the right foot, start the season right. Anthony is still the starter, but I'm going to play my best. I've started before in this league, so I'm confident in my ability and I'm excited to get it going."
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by Chris Towers | Fantasy Writer
Jonathan Martin acquired by 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers have acquired offensive lineman Jonathan Martin for a conditional draft pick from the Miami Dolphins Tuesday, according to ESPN.com. According to the report, the Dolphins will receive a 7th-round pick from the 49ers in 2015 if Martin makes the opening 53-man roster. Martin was at the center of a firestorm when he left the Dolphins in the middle of last season citing bullying issues within the team. This move reunites him with his college head coach Jim Harbaugh.
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by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer
Differing reports on Jonathan Martin's future with Miami
While NFL Network reports that it's "not impossible" for embattled offensive lineman Jonathan Martin to return to the Miami Dolphins, the Miami Herald believes there's no chance of a return. Martin left the team last season citing locker room issues that mainly included bullying by teammate Richie Incognito. The Herald surmises that several Dolphins players were unhappy with how Martin left the team and that they might not welcome him back. The paper also noted that if the team welcomed Martin back then the message it would send to the roster could be devastating as anyone could just pick up and leave the team without serious repercussions.
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by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com
Drug references peppered in texts between Dolphins mates
The following exchange of texts last summer with drug references were sent between Miami Dolphins bullying scandal headliners Richie Incognito and Jonathan Martin, per the Palm Beach Post: July 29, 2013, Incognito to Martin: "Pop a couple Molly (ecstacy) I'm sweeeeatin." August 31, 2013, Martin as Incognito is trying to coax him into a double-date: "My friend Mary Jane (marijuana) has me glued to the couch. Incognito: "F***** stoner. Take a shower and get ur a** down here. These bit**** are ready." Drug-related texts continued between the two in September.
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