Family: Ex-NFL star Doug Martin fought mental health issues before death

Ex-Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin battled mental-health issues and his relatives were seeking medical assistance before he died, the family said.

Ex-NFL star Doug Martin was dealing with 'mental health challenges' before death, rep says

A former agent for ex-NFL star Doug Martin released a statement on behalf of the late player's family on Monday night as details emerged in his death.

Doug Martin’s family reveals ‘private’ mental health battle before dying in ‘brief struggle’ with police

Monday night’s statement sought to clarify what had happened.

Doug Martin's family was 'actively seeking medical assistance' for him prior to death

Former NFL running back Doug Martin, 36, died Saturday. While Oakland police are investigating the matter, Martin's family offered new details Monday.
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