Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin is sitting out this Saturday’s Week 2 preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Martin is currently dealing with some bruised ribs and is sitting simply for “precautionary reasons,” according to ESPN Bucs beat writer Jenna Laine.
Doug Martin sitting out against Jaguars with rib injury, little stress for fantasy owners
Doug Martin missing Week 2 preseason game against the Jaguars, minimal fantasy implications
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The rib injury is not expected to be a lingering issue beyond this week, and Martin should be back on the field very soon. Doug Martin was a full participant in joint practice this week with the Jaguars and is sitting only to prevent any further aggravation.
With their eyes on the playoffs, Doug Martin’s presence will play a major role in the Buccaneers’ success this upcoming season.
Fantasy Implications: This rib injury should pose a minimal threat to fantasy owners who are hoping for a big season from Martin this year. With his ribs expected to be healed in the coming days, the running back should still remain high on many owners’ draft boards and should be penciled in early this season as an RB1 or RB2.
