Commanders' Quan Martin: Finishes rookie season strong
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Martin (ankle) started five of 16 games as a rookie in 2023, recording 46 tackles (28 soo), four pass defenses, two interceptions and 1.0 sacks.
The second-round pick played just 17 defensive snaps before November but then got most of the work at slot corner during the second half of his rookie season. It's hard to say if that's truly where he fits best or just where he ended up because the Washington secondary was such a mess. Either way, Martin should have a prominent role in 2024 under a new coaching staff, as he was one of the relative bright spots this past season for one of the league's worst defenses. He's also one of the more athletic defensive backs in the NFL, boasting a 4.46-second 40-yard dash and 44-inch vertical from the 2023 combine.
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Commanders' Quan Martin: Returns to Sunday's game
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Martin (ankle) has returned to Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Zach Selby of the Commanders' official site reports.
Martin briefly left Sunday's contest after sustaining an ankle injury in the second quarter. He'll slot back in at corner alongside Benjamin St-Juste.
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Commanders' Quan Martin: Full session Thursday
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Martin (chest) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
The rookie cornerback out of Illinois seems to be past his chest issue, as he's gone from a limited session to begin the Commanders' week of practice to a full workload Thursday. Martin has racked up 27 of his 42 total tackles over the past four games, and he'll look to help Washington end its season on a positive note in Week 18 against the Cowboys.
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Commanders' Quan Martin: Nursing chest injury
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Martin (chest) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.
It's unclear when Martin picked up the chest issue, but his presence at practice Wednesday suggests it's probably not too severe. If he can upgrade to full participation at practice Thursday or Friday, he'll likely avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.
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Commanders' Jartavius Martin: Looks ready for Sunday
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Martin (concussion) was a full participant at practice Friday and does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game versus Buffalo.
As appeared to be the case after he practiced in full Thursday, Martin should be good to go for Week 3. He'll continue to play mostly on special teams, barring injuries.
