Third-Round Steal Turned 49ers Rookie with Elite Tackling Pedigree
Oklahoma State LB Nick Martin exploded in 2024 with Big 12-leading 140 tackles (83 solo)—most by any Cowboy since 1984—earning first-team All-Big 12 and fourth-team All-America nods before a 2025 injury cut his season short after 5 games[1][2]. His sideline-to-sideline speed, relentless motor, and instincts make him a 49ers' scheme fit, flashing 17-tackle games with sacks and picks in 2023[2]. Despite concussion IR in December 2025, this 5'11" heat-seeking missile's proven production screams future starter—prime target if your team needs a tone-setting LB who thrives post-injury[1][2][4].
