Zack Martin shown love, praise from longtime NFC East rival

Dallas Cowboys legend and future Hall of Famer Zack Martin is reportedly set to retire from the NFL, and is receiving his flowers from a longtime division rival.

Josh Sanchez | Feb 21, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson during a press conference in advance of Super Bowl LIX. / Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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On Thursday, future Hall of Famer Zack Martin reportedly informed the Dallas Cowboys he intends to retire from the NFL. Martin has been a mainstay along the offensive line throughout his illustrious 11-year career which included 7 first-time All-Pro honors and 9 Pro Bowl appearances.

After news of Martin's retirement began to make the rounds, he began receiving his flowers from his peers.

Among those to praise Martin and wish him well in the next chapter of life was a longtime NFC East rival, offensive tackle Lane Johnson of the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles.

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Johnson took to X to share a brief statement on Martin, showing the impact he had around the league.

"Congrats to one of the most dominant & talented players this game has ever seen," Johnson wrote. "The gold standard year in, year out."

Congrats to one of the most dominant & talented players this game has ever seen. The gold standard year in, year out.

👏 @thegob70 https://t.co/4skPPOewSF
— Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65) February 20, 2025

Martin was a model citizen for the Cowboys on and off of the field.

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Whatever he does next, you can be sure Martin will succeed if he puts the same drive and energy behind it. It was a pleasure to watch his successful career and Martin will forever be one of the best Cowboys to ever put on a helmet.