We’re counting down the days until the Dallas Cowboys battle the Philadelphia Eagles in the season opener of the 2025 NFL season. To pass the time and mark the days, we are running through 100 Days of Cowboys. So sit back and enjoy some Cowboys history while we countdown to football.
Today – number 16
Zack Martin
Born: November 20, 1990. Indianapolis, Indiana
Position: Offensive guard
Dallas Cowboys: 2014-2024
Awards: All-Pro- 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023
Pro Bowl- 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023
Zack Martin played guard for the Dallas Cowboys from 2014-2024, establishing himself as one of the most dominant and consistent offensive linemen in NFL history. Drafted 16th overall out of Notre Dame, Martin made an immediate impact, earning All-Pro honors as a rookie, a rare feat for any player, especially an offensive lineman. Known for his flawless technique, power, and football IQ, Martin was selected to nine Pro Bowls and named All-Pro nine times, anchoring the Cowboys’ offensive line for a decade.
Best known for:
Martin was best known for being an elite, technically sound guard who consistently neutralized top defensive linemen and kept Dallas’ run game and pass protection among the NFL’s best.
Lesser known fact:
Martin never had a season with more than two holding penalties, a testament to his discipline and near-perfect fundamentals despite playing one of the most physically demanding positions in football. In fact, one eye-popping stat for Martin is that he holds nine All-Pro honors, which is more than his career holding penalties at seven.
