Over the last two seasons, Martin had problems with both ankles. The years of blocking defenders from getting to quarterbacks Tony Romo, Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush took a toll on his body. The blocks to open holes for running backs Ezekiel Elliott, Tony Pollard and Rico Dowdle took a toll as well.

Dallas Cowboys Zack Martin plans to retire. When is Martin eligible for induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame?

Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Zack Martin informed the team on Thursday that he intends to retire, a source confirmed to the Star-Telegram. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero was the first to report. After an 11-year career that included nine Pro Bowl selections and seven first-team All-Pro honors, Martin officially hangs it up at the age of 34.

Right guard Zack Martin, one of the pillars of the Dallas Cowboys, is retiring after 11 seasons, per NFL Media. He had his third surgery on his right ankle, which

Two people with knowledge of the decision say Zack Martin is retiring after a decorated career that included seven All-Pro seasons at right guard with the Dallas Cowboys.

Seven-time All-Pro guard Zack Martin has informed the #Cowboys that he plans to retire, sources tell The Insiders. One of the greatest linemen of his era and a probable Pro Football Hall of Famer, Martin walks away at age 34. pic.twitter.com/M4RqV7VoB8

Cowboys offensive lineman Zack Martin has played his final down. Martin is retiring from the NFL after 11 seasons with the Cowboys, according to multiple reports. ESPN reported that he had met with Jerry Jones on Thursday to inform the Cowboys’ GM and owner of the decision.

All-Pro guard Zack Martin has informed the Dallas Cowboys that he plans to retire after 11 NFL seasons, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Zack Martin’s retirement leaves the Dallas Cowboys with a massive on-field void and a costly salary cap hit. Can Jerry Jones navigate this dual challenge and keep the team’s playoff hopes alive?