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5 teams that could sign Doug Martin if he is cut

By Brad Berreman

Nov 3, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22) prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 3, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin (22) prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 7, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans strong safety Quintin Demps (27) and Oakland Raiders running back Latavius Murray (28) in action during the AFC Wild Card playoff football game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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4. Oakland Raiders

When Martin was a free agent a year ago, the Raiders were among the rumored teams with interest. But Oakland was unwilling to compete with the kind of contact Tampa Bay doled out, and that of course proved to be a wise decision.

Latavius Murray is a free agent to be this offseason. If the Raiders don’t re-sign him, they may be looking for a back to help keep their sixth-ranked rushing attack from this season (120.1 yards per game) going next season.

Martin was born in Oakland, so a desire to return home may drive interest from his end if the Buccaneers cut him. The Raiders could return to the Martin well too, with a far more reasonable contract in order and far less risk involved.

Signing a now 28-year old running back does not necessarily fit with the Raiders’ recent roster construction plan, though they have started to supplement via free agency. As a buy-low option that may fit a need, Martin could stand out to the Raiders if he’s available.

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