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Martin Up for Ground Player of the Week

After a dominant performance against the Eagles in Week 11, Doug Martin has been nominated for the NFL’s Ground Player of the Week award. Martin rushed for 235 yards on 27 carries as Tampa Bay downed Philadelphia, 45-17.

VOTE: DOUG MARTIN FOR GROUND PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Martin broke free for several big gains on Sunday, including runs of 84 and 58 yards. He finished the game averaging more than eight yards per carry. Through 11 weeks, Martin has 941 rushing yards, the second-most in the NFL.

This is the second time that Martin has been nominated for the Ground Player of the Week award.