NFL Draft, all eyes were on the Dallas Cowboys thanks to Jerry Jones openly flirting with Johnny Manziel. With Johnny Football still available when Dallas was on the clock at No. 16, there were expectations that Jones would pull the trigger on his favorite college quarterback.

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.

Dallas Cowboys guard Zack Martin plans to retire from the NFL, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported on Thursday. Martin had a big choice ahead of him this offseason as he was set to become a free agent if he didn't re-sign with the Cowboys.

Zack Martin, one of the most decorated offensive linemen in Dallas Cowboys history, opted to retire, sources told ESPN. Martin met with owner and general manager Jerry Jones on Thursday to inform him of his decision,

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The last time we saw Zack Martin, he was leaving a party in New Orleans. He looked happy. He looked relaxed. He looked at peace. Not sure if he had a few, well, you know. On Thursday, the Dallas Cowboys guard informed the organization he’s planning to retire,