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They do need DT help.
and with the money the Patriots saved on Wes Welker and Tom Brady......
and with the money the Patriots saved on Wes Welker and Tom Brady......
Pre-draft
Martin was not invited to the 2009 NFL Scouting Combine, but impressed several pro scouts in the spring of 2009 when he participated at the University of Michigan's Pro Day, where he ran a 4.96 second 40 yard dash at 330 pounds. He also set the 2009 draft class bench press record, lifting 225 pounds 44 times.[2]
San Diego Chargers
Martin became the first CIS football player drafted as an underclassman when he was picked in the fourth round, 113th overall, by the San Diego Chargers in the 2009 NFL Draft. Martin signed a four-year contract with the Chargers in July 2009.[3] The Chargers hope to have Martin anchor the right side of the defensive line some day. Athletic and intelligent—he scored an impressive 38 on the NFL's Wonderlic Test—scouts also report that he has the bulk, strength, and agility to become a nose tackle like Jamal Williams.[4] He recorded his first career sack on November 22, 2010, against the Denver Broncos, sacking quarterback Kyle Orton.
Do you even realize how little sense this post makes?
Another pony...albeit a very big pony
Martin is a good-sized defensive end who brings excellent physical skills to the position but is still developing. He has a limited background and still needs work on his techniques and reading skills. He is inconsistent at locating the level of the ball and feeling pressure, and although he is doing a better job of squeezing plays down, he still runs around blocks too often. He is very quick off the ball and has learned to keep his knees bent and pad level down as he leverages blockers. He has come a long way on using his hands to defeat and shed blockers. He missed some time in 2012 with a groin injury but appears to be developing into a good starter.
Noticed his 40 time for a 330 lb guy was impressive, so went to his WIKI. Much respect to poster Steve Kiner if he has direct knowledge, but this guys combination of size/speed/smarts seems to indicate diamond in the rough possibilities...
Vaughn Martin - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia