Thu Feb 20 22:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Cowboys Legend Zack Martin Retires After Hall of Fame Career
**Dallas, TX** – Nine-time Pro Bowler and seven-time First-Team All-Pro offensive guard Zack Martin is retiring from the NFL after 11 seasons, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported Thursday. The 34-year-old, a first-round draft pick by the Dallas Cowboys in 2014, informed the team of his decision.
Martin, a member of the Hall of Fame’s All-2010s Team, is widely considered one of the greatest offensive linemen of his era. His consistent performance, including six seasons without missing a single game, solidified his place as a cornerstone of the Cowboys’ offensive line. He played a crucial role in protecting quarterbacks Tony Romo and Dak Prescott, and opening running lanes for stars like Ezekiel Elliott and DeMarco Murray.
While the Cowboys reached the playoffs six times during Martin’s tenure, they fell short of a Super Bowl victory. A disappointing 7-10 season in 2023, cut short by a season-ending ankle injury, likely contributed to his retirement decision. This, coupled with the Cowboys’ current transition period following the departure of head coach Mike McCarthy, appears to have solidified his choice to hang up his cleats.
Despite the less-than-ideal ending, Martin leaves behind an undeniable legacy as a Dallas Cowboys great. His Hall of Fame induction is almost certain, cementing his place among the NFL’s all-time best.
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