Nickolas Martin (born October 13, 2002) is an American professional

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for the

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of the

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(NFL). He played

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for the

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and was selected by the 49ers in the third round of the

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Early life

Martin attended Pleasant Grove High School. He was ranked as a three-star recruit and committed to play

for the

College career

In Martin's first season in 2021, he only recorded one tackle. In 2022, he recorded 15 total tackles in 13 games. Martin earned a starting role ahead of the 2023 season. In week 6 of the 2023 season, he notched 17 tackles with two and a half going for a loss, a sack, and an interception in a win over

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. In week 8, Martin recorded 17 tackles with one and a half being for a loss. In week 12, he recorded 12 tackles with three going for a loss, and a sack to help defeat

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. For his performance on the 2023 season, Martin was named first-team all-

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Professional career

The

selected Martin in the third round, with the 75th overall pick in the

References

External links

San Francisco 49ers bioOklahoma State Cowboys bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Martin, Nickolas 2002 births Living people Players of American football from Texarkana, Texas American football linebackers Oklahoma State Cowboys football players San Francisco 49ers players