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Why was Doug Martin nicknamed 'Muscle Hamster'? All you need to know amid former Buccaneers RB's death at 36

Doug Martin has died at the age of 36. The professional football player was famous by the nickname "muscle hamster" because of his running power despite being small in size.

Former All-Pro known as the ‘Muscle Hamster’ dies at 36

Doug Martin, the running back who was dubbed the “Muscle Hamster” by his college teammates and played seven seasons in the NFL, has died. He was 36. Martin’s family confirmed his death Sunday with Tampa Bay Times reporter Rick Stroud.
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