Cowboys' Zack Martin: Getting extra rest Wednesday
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Martin did not participate at practice Wednesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
The listed reason for his absence was "rest" despite previous reporting from Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News that suggested Martin may still have been dealing with an illness. He's on track to suit up for the wild-card round.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Still dealing with illness
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Coach Mike McCarthy said that Martin (illness) will be on his normal routine Wednesday, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
His coach's comments suggest optimism that Martin will be able to suit up for the wild-card round. Dallas' official injury reports over the week will give a clearer indication of his status leading up to Sunday.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Taking field Sunday
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Martin (thigh) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Martin was limited in practice Friday, but he'll play Sunday against Miami, which should be good news for the Dallas offensive line. The Notre Dame product should start at right guard.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Absent from practice Wednesday
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Martin (thigh) did not practice Wednesday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Martin was injured in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Bills, and he wasn't able to return. It's unclear how severe the issue is, but it doesn't bode well that he wasn't able to practice at all to begin Week 16 prep. Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy said Monday that Martin will "definitely have a chance to play this week," per Machota, but it bears keeping an eye on his status for the remainder of the practice week.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Won't return versus Buffalo
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Martin (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Bills, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Martin was seen with his thigh wrapped up heavily after sustaining a quadriceps injury in the first quarter. He tried to work his way back, but will not return to Sunday's game. T.J. Bass will continue to operate at right guard in Martin's absence.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Leaves game with quad injury
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Martin (quadriceps) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bills, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Martin went to the blue medical tent before getting his thigh tapped. T.J. Bass has entered into the game at right guard in Martin's absence.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Dealing with new injury
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Martin suffered a bruised quadriceps injury in Sunday's 38-3 win over the Patriots, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Martin was active for Week 4 despite dealing with an ankle injury, then exited the game before its conclusion. However, his latest ailment pertains to his quadriceps. Watkins suggests that Martin is not in danger of missing Week 5 against the 49ers, but the veteran guard should at least be considered questionable until the team releases its first injury report for the week.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Will play Sunday
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Martin (ankle) is active Sunday against the Patriots, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Martin was expected to play, so his ability to do so doesn't come as a surprise. It's still good news for the Cowboys, who came into the day with three of their starting offensive linemen questionable. Tyler Biadasz (hamstring) will also be active, while Tyron Smith (knee) is inactive.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Expected to suit up
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Martin, who is listed as questionable with an ankle injury, is expected to play Sunday against the Patriots, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Martin and Tyler Biadasz (hamstring) are both slated to return in Week 4 after missing the Cowboys' Week 3 loss to Arizona. With two of their best offensive linemen back, the Cowboys' offense should see a boost against the Patriots.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Possible Week 4 return
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Martin (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Head coach Mike McCarthy told reporters Friday that he's expecting Martin and center Tyler Biadasz (hamstring) to suit up this coming Sunday after the two missed Week 3's 28-16 loss against Arizona, per Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News. If the All-Pro lineman does miss Week 4's contest, T.J. Bass is expected to get the start at right guard.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Won't play Sunday
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Martin (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Martin played through a groin injury in Week 2 but rolled his left ankle during the win over the Jets and didn't return. He didn't practice at all during Week 3 prep, so it's not surprising to see him ruled out.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Status up in air for Sunday
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Martin (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Arizona, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.
Martin was able to play through a groin injury Week 2 until he rolled his left ankle this past Sunday against the Jets and left that contest early. He didn't practice at all during Week 3 prep, but considering his status entering the weekend, he has a chance to resume his role as the Cowboys' starting right guard this Sunday.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Exits as precautionary measure
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Martin (ankle) rolled his left ankle and left Sunday's 30-10 win over the Jets early as a precautionary measure, Jane Slater of NFL Network reports.
Martin was not in on the Cowboys' final drive of the game, but it appears as if he'll be just fine. The right guard's status will likely be updated when Dallas returns to practice this week.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Holdout over
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Martin and the Cowboys agreed to terms Monday on a reworked contract, ending his holdout, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Martin remains arguably the best guard in the league, and his new contract will compensate him as such. The veteran right guard will now make $18 million in each of the next two seasons, fully guaranteed, a raise of more than $8.5 million total. Having the eight-time All-Pro locked in for Week 1 eases any concerns about protection for Dak Prescott and running room for Tony Pollard behind what looks like one of the league's better O-lines.
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Cowboys' Zack Martin: Sidelined during minicamp
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Martin (undisclosed) has revealed he's been held out this spring with a soft tissue injury, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Though Martin hasn't participated in football activities thus far, he insists it's more precautionary than anything. The superstar guard told reporters that he's "... fine. They're [Cowboys] are just being smart, making sure I get to training camp feeling ready to rock." It makes sense why Dallas is being careful with its veteran offensive lineman, as Martin has racked up eight All-Pro selections and Pro Bowl appearances in his nine-year NFL career.
