Zack Martin did it the right way for the Dallas Cowboys.
The end has come for 11-year veteran and future Hall of Famer Zack Martin.
After much speculation, Tom Pelissero announced today that Zack Martin is officially going to be retiring from the NFL.
Seven-time All-Pro guard Zack Martin has informed the #Cowboys that he plans to retire, sources tell The Insiders.
One of the greatest linemen of his era and a probable Pro Football Hall of Famer, Martin walks away at age 34. pic.twitter.com/M4RqV7VoB8
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) February 20, 2025
Martin, a seven-time All-Pro is one of the best offensive linemen to ever wear the star and is widely regarded as one of the best offensive lineman in the NFL over the course of his career. Martin battled through multiple injuries over the final year of his contract and in an interview at the Super Bowl was contemplating retirement entering free agency.
With Martin officially retired, the Cowboys will be searching for a new starting right guard, but more importantly a leader in the locker room in Brian Schottenheimer’s first year as head coach. Martin and DeMarcus Lawrence, who also has a questionable future with the team, were the longest-tenured members of the club.
All the best to Zack in life after football.
