Josh Martin LB FA Sat 8/31/19 5:20 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin was placed on Injured Reserve Friday due to a torn labrum and other shoulder damage, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Martin injured his shoulder in the Saints' third preseason game and he'll now likely be sidelined for the remainder of 2019.
Josh Martin LB FA Thu 8/29/19 1:14 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin (concussion) had two solo tackles in Saturday's preseason game against the Jets.
EDGE Analysis
Martin played only one game in 2018 with the Jets due to a concussion, but he appears healthy for the upcoming season. The 27-year-old has primarily work on special teams throughout his career, but he had 43 tackles (28 solo) and 1.5 sacks during the 2017 season in New York.
Josh Martin LB FA Thu 7/25/19 7:04 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin (concussion) signed a contract with the Saints on Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Martin's only action last season came during Week 4 against Jacksonville. His 2018 campaign was unfortunately short-lived, as he sustained what would end up being a season-ending concussion in that game. Martin had just recovered from a concussion suffered in the Jets' final preseason game. The 27-year-old has spent most of his NFL career in a depth role, but he found meaningful reps as a starter with the Jets in 2017, logging 43 total tackles and 1.5 sacks over 14 games. Rapoport also notes that Martin could see some work at defensive end for New Orleans as well.
Josh Martin LB FA Wed 12/26/18 7:13 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin (concussion) will not return this season, freelance NFL writer Howard Balzer reports.
EDGE Analysis
The cutoff for Martin's return from injured reserve passed effectively ending his 2018 season. Given the nature of head injuries, there's no guarantee Martin will be ready in time for next season. He'll be someone to monitor over the course of the offseason.
Josh Martin LB FA Thu 12/6/18 3:39 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin (concussion) will not play against the Bills on Sunday, Eric Allen of the Jets' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Martin was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, but will need to show that he's fully recovered from his head injury prior to being promoted to the active roster. The 27-year-old is expected to retake the field this season, but will remain sidelined Week 14.
Josh Martin LB FA Wed 12/5/18 1:28 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin (concussion) returned to the practice field Wednesday, indicating he's been designated to return from injured reserve, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Martin will have a 21-day evaluation window to make his return to the field, though the team will likely look to have him back sooner rather than later with the season winding down already. His presence at practice Wednesday bodes well for a quick return given that it suggests he's made progress in the league's concussion protocol.
Josh Martin LB FA Mon 10/1/18 8:54 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin (concussion) will be placed on injured reserve, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.
EDGE Analysis
Martin suffered his second concussion of the month during Sunday's loss to Jacksonville raising some alarms for the Jets medical staff. Given the nature of head injuries, New York is more concerned with Martin's health than his availability. Martin's placement on injured reserve opens the door for rookie Frankie Luvu to make an immediate impact.
Josh Martin LB FA Sun 9/30/18 3:29 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin (head) will not return to Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
EDGE Analysis
Martin missed the first three weeks of the season in the concussion protocol, and apparently he suffered further symptoms during the game. Jeremiah Attaochu will see increased snaps as a result.
Josh Martin LB FA Fri 9/28/18 2:23 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin was a full participant in Friday's practice, Darryl Slater of NJ.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Martin cleared the concussion protocol Thursday, and would appear on track to suit up against the Jaguars on Sunday. However, coach Todd Bowles said there's "a chance" that Martin might be a healthy scratch due to conditioning reasons. It remains to be seen whether Martin, who has yet to play a game this season, will play in Week 4.
Josh Martin LB FA Thu 9/27/18 3:25 PM
Josh Martin
LB FA
Martin was cleared from concussion protocol and was a full participant in practice Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Martin has been in concussion protocol since the start of the regular season, and it looks like the linebacker has finally been cleared to make his 2018 debut. Martin is expected to immediately step back in as a starter on the Jets' defensive front.