Oakland police confirmed a man who died in police custody Saturday morning was former Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin. Martin's death was announced by his family on Sunday.

Former Oakland Raider Doug Martin died over the weekend while in Oakland police custody, according to multiple sources close to the investigation. The 36-year-old Martin was a former All-Pro running back for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and played his final season with the Raiders.

Former NFL running back Doug Martin, 36, died Saturday. While Oakland police are investigating the matter, Martin's family offered new details Monday.

El ex corredor de la NFL y All-Pro Doug Martin murió tras un enfrentamiento con agentes de policía que intentaban detenerlo mientras investigaban un allanamiento en una casa en Oakland, informó el lunes la policía.

Martin was picked 31st overall in the first round of the 2012 NFL draft after a standout career at Boise State. He rushed for 1,454 yards and 11 touchdowns as a rookie to earn a Pro Bowl berth. He had 1,402 yards rushing and six TDs in 2015 when he made the Pro Bowl and was first-team All-Pro.