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Mr. Laz · 10-30-2013, 05:07 PM

Jonathan Martin leaves Dolphins after 'breakdown'

By Dan Hanzus
Around the League Writer
Published: Oct. 30, 2013 at 06:39 p.m. Updated: Oct. 30, 2013 at 07:00 p.m.
An unusual situation is unfolding in Miami, where Dolphins right tackle Jonathan Martin has left the team after suffering an "emotional breakdown" this week.

NFL Media's Jeff Darlington reported Wednesday that Martin is currently seeking help with his family after an incident at the team's cafeteria, according to team sources.

Martin is listed on the team's injury report with an illness, and is doubtful to play Thursday against the Cincinnati Bengals. Fox NFL insider Jay Glazer reported that Martin was the victim of a prank at the cafeteria, becoming enraged enough to "smash his food tray on the ground."

The second-year pro has not been with the team since that time. Darlington reports that Martin immediately sought treatment at a local hospital. He has since left the hospital and is now spending time with his family, according to team sources.

Martin opened the season as the Dolphins' replacement for Jake Long at left tackle. He was moved to right tackle when the team acquired Bryant McKinnie via trade last week. Tyson Clabo is expected to start in Martin's place on Thursday.

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patteeu · 11-04-2013, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ThaVirus

Have you read any of the reports? There was simple name-calling, death threats, threats on family members, threats of physical violence, extortion.

And apparently it's not even just reports. Martin has turned over evidence of all of this in text and voice messages to the NFLPA for them to investigate.

I don't know how literally we should be taking those "death threats" and "threats to family members". Do you really think he planned on shitting in Martin's mouth?

I'm convinced that there was some over-the-top hazing or bullying going on here, but I think we need to wait to find out what it really was. A few text messages without context aren't enough to tell the whole story. Just imagine if a few ChiefsPlanet posts about Aids trees or antifreeze were reported in a newspaper out of context.

ThaVirus · 11-04-2013, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by patteeu

I don't know how literally we should be taking those "death threats" and "threats to family members". Do you really think he planned on shitting in Martin's mouth?

I'm convinced that there was some over-the-top hazing or bullying going on here, but I think we need to wait to find out what it really was. A few text messages without context aren't enough to tell the whole story. Just imagine if a few ChiefsPlanet posts about Aids trees or antifreeze were reported in a newspaper out of context.

The fact that they're coworkers makes context a moot point.

Deberg_1990 · 11-04-2013, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by tk13

This should really help his case. I guess this is NSFW.

http://www.tmz.com/2013/11/04/richie...ar-rage-video/

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Heh, I love it when white guys use the N word to try and be cool. Let's me know who the douche bags are.

Sure-Oz · 11-04-2013, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Deberg_1990

Heh, I love it when white guys use the N word to try and be cool. Let's me know who the douche bags are.

Hilarious that they thought he was Kyle Turley

CoMoChief · 11-04-2013, 07:01 PM

death threats and shit on family members is really crossing the line. I can't seem to think a teammate would be such a dick to do something like that over and over again and treat it like it's fun n games.

most people just handle it themselves...some people can not. I would just do it back to the person that was doing it to me.

COchief · 11-04-2013, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by swayy07

it makes sense it would get pinned on him.

Maybe it got "pinned" on him because Martin turned over a vmail with Incognito calling him a niger you dipshit?

Nice use of "idk my BFF Jill" btw, what are you, 11?

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patteeu · 11-04-2013, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by ThaVirus

The fact that they're coworkers makes context a moot point.

I'm not sure context is ever a moot point.

**Iowanian** · 11-04-2013, 07:28 PM

Seems like several Black Dolphins are taking up for Incognito.

If he was a blazing, racist asshole...it kind of seems like they wouldn't do that.

The Chiefs need a guard........I don't really care if he's an asshole if he blocks better than Allen.

**Rain Man** · 11-04-2013, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Iowanian

Seems like several Black Dolphins are taking up for Incognito.

If he was a blazing, racist asshole...it kind of seems like they wouldn't do that.

The Chiefs need a guard........I don't really care if he's an asshole if he blocks better than Allen.

I think the racist thing is overblown. He was just using it as one more weapon.

No thanks on this guy. I didn't want Romanowski and I don't want this guy. They're toxic, terrible people.

patteeu · 11-04-2013, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

I think the racist thing is overblown. He was just using it as one more weapon.

No thanks on this guy. I didn't want Romanowski and I don't want this guy. They're toxic, terrible people.

Ditto on both.

Deberg_1990 · 11-04-2013, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Rain Man

I think the racist thing is overblown. He was just using it as one more weapon.

No thanks on this guy. I didn't want Romanowski and I don't want this guy. They're toxic, terrible people.

Pretty much. IMO, extortion is the most serious charge.

ClevelandBronco · 11-04-2013, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by patteeu

I'm not sure context is ever a moot point.

Not moot, but is there any way you can see that context can remove this situation from a discussion about whether the NFL is above the law concerning a hostile work environment?

patteeu · 11-04-2013, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by ClevelandBronco

Not moot, but is there any way you can see that context can remove this situation from a discussion about whether the NFL is above the law concerning a hostile work environment?

I doubt that it should be removed from any discussion related to this problem, but how it fits into the discussion will be determined to some extent by the context.

Garcia Bronco · 11-04-2013, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ClevelandBronco

Not moot, but is there any way you can see that context can remove this situation from a discussion about whether the NFL is above the law concerning a hostile work environment?

That's the first thing I said when I heard about it today.

WELCOME TO CORPORATE AMERICA, Dolphins.

10-30-2013, 05:07 PM
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CoMoChief Mahomes Dynasty Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Parts Unknown Casino cash: $8032254	death threats and shit on family members is really crossing the line. I can't seem to think a teammate would be such a dick to do something like that over and over again and treat it like it's fun n games. most people just handle it themselves...some people can not. I would just do it back to the person that was doing it to me. __________________
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Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $4638454	Seems like several Black Dolphins are taking up for Incognito. If he was a blazing, racist asshole...it kind of seems like they wouldn't do that. The Chiefs need a guard........I don't really care if he's an asshole if he blocks better than Allen.
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