
Oregon’s ice-in-the-veins kicker with proven clutch value
In the 2006 season, Paul Martinez was one of Oregon’s most reliable scoring weapons, leading Pac-10 kickers and giving the Ducks confidence to take points instead of gambling on fourth down. His differentiators were range, accuracy, and composure under pressure—he even handled trick-play duties, which says plenty about Oregon’s trust in him. Career-wise, he finished with 34 field goals, 64 extra points, and 172 total points at Oregon, underscoring a steady, high-value specialist profile that fits teams needing a calm, proven finisher.