Overview
- The Vikings confirmed Thursday that Martin died Monday at age 68, with no cause announced.
- The ninth pick in 1980 out of the University of Washington, he spent his entire 10-year NFL career with Minnesota.
- He led the NFL with 11.5 sacks in the strike-shortened 1982 season, then posted 13 more in 1983.
- His 61.5 career sacks rank fourth in Vikings history, underscoring a decade of reliable pass rushing.
- Teammates including Hall of Famer Warren Moon and linebacker Scott Studwell remembered him for steady leadership and lasting friendship.