In the 2025 NFL Draft, the San Francisco 49ers made significant strides in strengthening their defense by selecting linebacker Nick Martin from Oklahoma State with the 75th overall pick. This followed their earlier picks of defensive tackle Alfred Collins and Mykel Williams, aiming to rebuild a depleted defensive line. At 6-foot and 221 pounds, Martin brings speed and agility, comparable to former 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw. He expresses admiration for mentor Fred Warner, showcasing eagerness to learn and contribute on the field alongside seasoned players while excelling in making dynamic plays.
Martin said in a conference call with local writers. He's the guy I respect the most at the linebacker position in the league. It's an honor to work with him and learn from him and be the guy next to him, learning and growing. I like his ballhawk mentality, he's always going after the ball, whether that's punching it out or interceptions.
It's going to be a fun thing for me and I'm super excited. Even Martin's give-no-quarter philosophy is reminiscent of the way Greenlaw played.
Just figuring out ways to change the tone of the game. I'm explosive and somebody that cares.
I'm very athletic, so I like to use that to my advantage, Martin said. I'm relentless, the way I always go for the kill shot, whether that's maximum effort or punishing the person with the ball.
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