'09 IN OT Zack Martin (Notre Dame Man)

[rtrn2glory]

i can answer that question:

he can play all 5 spots...THAT'S WHY YOU DRAFTED HIM!!!!

 

[yankeeND]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en data-scribe-reduced-action-queue="><p>Congrats <a href="https://twitter.com/thegob70">@thegob70</a>! "NDFB captain Zack Martin signs four-year deal with <a href="https://twitter.com/dallascowboys">@dallascowboys</a> <a href="http://t.co/JO4EVrSvUf">http://t.co/JO4EVrSvUf</a>” <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23IrishNFL&src=hash">#IrishNFL</a></p>— Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) <a href="https://twitter.com/NDFootball/statuses/478889208837586944">June 17, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[#1rish]

NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday, per a source who has seen the deal, that the 'Boys have signed No. 16 overall pick Zack Martin to a four-year, $8.7 million contract with a $4.8 million signing bonus.

Cha-ching

 

[Old Man Mike]

The video is of course far too brief to tell the violence, or lack thereof, in that play. My [biased?] eyes see a rather awkward play wherein Zack is in terrible position/body orientation just as he contacts Lee. Because Zack is NEVER in terrible body position, he MUST be trying to let up and not put the hammer down. His "push" on Lee is highschoolish, but Lee stiil goes down, indicating that he [Lee] is way out of balance already. Zack's falling on him seems the result of Lee doing something unexpected which gave an already-scrambling-to-avoid [I think I see Zack chopping his steps at the very end of this; Zack would normally be seen "gathering" himself a bit so that he could explode on contact --- there is none of that here] Martin nothing to do but stumble over him.

Film on this in the Cowboys film room should exonerate Zack of anything but hustling.

In a way, if Zack was fully conscious of the situation, trying to push Lee away from him would have been the best chance for no injury to either of them. If Lee had already dug his cleats in and locked his leg in place, nothing probably could have helped.

But that's a lot of interpretation for two seconds of film action.

 

[CanadalovesND]

Short, but interesting blog write-up by Zack about the advice he, along with all rookies, have been given at the NFL Rookie Symposium.

Official Blog of Zack Martin of the Dallas Cowboys - Life In The Pros

It's been a great opportunity for us to come here to the Rookie Symposium. Like many of the speakers have said, we may think we know everything, but we have so much more to learn. It really means a lot to hear from the players that have been there and recently done it...the message sticks a little more. The vets talking to us are taking time out of their day and their schedules to share their stories and experiences with us, and it's been awesome and made an impact.

The biggest thing that stood out to me was talking about having a plan. You never think you are going to be that guy who gets hurt or that guy who makes a foolish investment, and that's why it's important to make a plan before something like that happens. Take precautionary measures to guard yourself from those types of things.

We hit on so many different subjects, but one big thing is preparation and being a professional. We are coming from college where we have practice and meetings and class, but now this is our job. Many of the veterans have recommended that we find a veteran or two on our team that defines what it means to be a professional and then mimic them. It's definitely something I will be doing going forward.

I've been very lucky going to a spot where I play on an offensive line that is very close. They've been great with me so far. Also, center Travis Frederick, who was the first-round pick last year and has gone through everything I'm going through now, has been a great help also.

 

[Bogtrotter07]

I just keep respecting and admiring this kid more.

 

[vmgsf]

I am very happy Zack came back for a fifth year. I think Zack might be happy too with the guaranteed 5 mil he got.

With Zack's stellar play, Tommy Rees a great and a gutty competitor who unfortunately has the mobility of a turtle did not get killed. Notre Dame football survived a season that could have been a disaster and finished in the Top 25.

Zack could be a great asset for Notre Dame's recruiting in Texas. I do not like the Cowboys but I hope Zack has a great NFL career.

 

[ResLife Hero]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>You know those hilarious "Celebrities Read Mean Tweets” videos? Zack Martin is in the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cowboys?src=hash">#Cowboys</a>’ version of that: <a href="http://t.co/LHMzzeV8QG">http://t.co/LHMzzeV8QG</a></p>— Rachel Terlep (@eTruth_Irish) <a href="https://twitter.com/eTruth_Irish/statuses/482555885794123776">June 27, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[arrowryan]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>You know those hilarious "Celebrities Read Mean Tweets” videos? Zack Martin is in the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cowboys?src=hash">#Cowboys</a>’ version of that: <a href="http://t.co/LHMzzeV8QG">http://t.co/LHMzzeV8QG</a></p>— Rachel Terlep (@eTruth_Irish) <a href="https://twitter.com/eTruth_Irish/statuses/482555885794123776">June 27, 2014</a></blockquote>
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That Zack Martin tweet was hilarious!! Lmao!

 

[texbender]

Martin is off to a good start with the Cowboys, they are excited with his potential. The incident with Lee was looked upon as one of the things that happens...no fault of Martin's.

 

[wizards8507]

The Cowboys Have Built the League’s Best Offensive Line, But at What Cost? «

 

[johnnycando]

The Cowboys Have Built the League’s Best Offensive Line, But at What Cost? «

Right!?

Sean Lee says, "Owwwwwwww!"

 

[ResLife Hero]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Zack Martin-Top 13 rookie rating on Madden.

<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NDFB?src=hash">#NDFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cowboys?src=hash">#Cowboys</a> <a href="http://t.co/iagYmMlBoV">pic.twitter.com/iagYmMlBoV</a></p>— The Turning Point (@TheIrishTP) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheIrishTP/statuses/491418688961400832">July 22, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[Veritate Duce Progredi]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>Zack Martin-Top 13 rookie rating on Madden.

<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NDFB?src=hash">#NDFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cowboys?src=hash">#Cowboys</a> <a href="http://t.co/iagYmMlBoV">pic.twitter.com/iagYmMlBoV</a></p>— The Turning Point (@TheIrishTP) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheIrishTP/statuses/491418688961400832">July 22, 2014</a></blockquote>
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He's between an 89 & 81 on all discernible linemen ratings, yet he's an overall 78? Madden must be full of USC grads

 

[PLACforever]

He's between an 89 & 81 on all discernible linemen ratings, yet he's an overall 78? Madden must be full of USC grads

It's because he is only rated 38 in kicking power and accuracy.
Hopefully he'll work on it.

 

[tadman95]

Zack is looking very solid in camp, from Sports Illustrated:

Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Report: A Defense in Disarray | The MMQB with Peter King

 

[TheChosen1]

Zack is looking very solid in camp, from Sports Illustrated:

Dallas Cowboys Training Camp Report: A Defense in Disarray | The MMQB with Peter King

Best new player in camp

Zack Martin, and there isn’t really a close second. We’re not seeing all-out run blocking in this setting but his pass protection is a joy to watch. He and right tackle Doug Free look to be in harmony when facing two rushers, passing off stunting opponents with aplomb. Watching Martin, it’s hard not to think of Jones’ admission of very nearly spending that first-round pick on quarterback Johnny Manziel. I’ve seen and heard enough to say with confidence that Martin will be the better pro.

 

[dublinirish]

gonna be a looooooooong season for the cowboys, that defense on paper looks the worst in the NFL by miles

 

[Bogtrotter07]

Wow, when the douchery that consists of NFL talking heads, starts chanting the mantra that an offensive lineman may turn out to be a "better NFL football player" than Johnny Football, that is high praise indeed.

(confused as to whether I need italics, or not?!?!?!)

 

[irish1958]

"Don't surprise me none." Anybody who could protect our recent lead-footed QB has to be beyond good.

 

[Bogtrotter07]

"Don't surprise me none." Anybody who could protect our recent lead-footed QB has to be beyond good.

It is his clearheaded attitude. Guy is a one at a time name taker and ass kicker. And has a stellar sense of humor. Kind of guy to be around, that makes life more fun. And he is wide from top to bottom. (Has the biggest legs, calves, and ankles, looks like a tree trunk, Oak maybe.)

Never complains either.

Good qualities all.


Flash the Bat-signal!

 

[dublinirish]

Kyle Van Noy (BYU), Shilique Calhoun (MSU), Leonard Williams (USC), Frank Clark (Michigan), Trent Murphy (Stanford), Darius Hamilton (Rutgers) and Charles Tapper (Oklahoma) combined for 101 TFLs and 47 sacks in 2013 … those seven players had a total of 5.0 TFLs and no sacks against graduate Martin

Pretty cool stat there.

 

[Irish#1]

But he's not 6'7" and his arms are short.

 

[IrishLion]

Gave up 5 TFLs, do not want.

 

[Bogtrotter07]

Gave up 5 TFLs, do not want.

Would like to see how many pancakes or stuffs he got against that cast of characters. I bet everybody would be pleasantly shocked!

 

[irishfan]

Zack is not your regular rookie who’s coming in wide-eyed and not understanding. He feels like a fourth-year guy who knows the system. I’m shocked whenever he doesn’t do something right, schematically. You can do a lot of different things in front of him right before the snap and he still picks it up quick. We’re lucky to have him.

Romo on Martin.

 

[Bogtrotter07]

That is what I am talking about! Go Zack!

 

[PLACforever]

Stupid Giants are going to regret passing on him for the next few years.

 

[GoldenToTheGrave]

Stupid Giants are going to regret passing on him for the next few years.

I tend to agrer. Their WR corp and their OL are both ass, but in that case OL takes priority in that case, especially with Manning being a statue in the pocket. The only thing that gives me pause is that IMO the giants are very adept at identifying talent at the offensive skill positions.

 

[ab2cmiller]

Jerry Jones wanted to pick Johnny Manziel, had draft card 'snatched' by his son Stephen Jones a VP of the team.
https://sports.yahoo.com/news/jerry-jones-wanted-pick-johnny-202916323.html