Illinois State’s bruising, dependable fullback with a real role in the run game
In the 2025 season, Martine has been a tough, downhill complement in Illinois State’s ground attack, carrying the ball 19 times for 64 yards and flashing more pop than a typical FB when given space[4][7]. He’s a 5-foot-11, 230-pound senior who brings physicality, chain-moving value, and enough burst to turn designed touches into legit gains, like his 52-yard career-high rushing game at Indiana State in 2025[2][4][8]. The fit is obvious for a team wanting a rugged, low-drama tone-setter who embraces contact and plays with some sneaky juice[9][15].
