Running back Doug Martin is no different than wide receiver Jordy Nelson, right offensive tackle Breno Giacomini and other veterans added to the roster by Raiders head coach Jon Gruden in that he is eager to show that his best football isn’t found on years-old tape. Martin, who turned 29 in January, is three years
Production speaks loudest.
I was hopeful we would draft a RB.
Having a drafted player who can learn from Lynch and Martin, then take over.
Like all teams we need a consistent player for the present and an eye toward the future.
If Doug Martin can run all season like he did against the Raiders a few years back when he had like 1400 yards in that game (that may be a bit hyperbolic), then he will convince me. Until then, I remain unconvinced that he will be anything other than a back who averages under 3 yards per carry.