Jeremiah Martin

Jeremiah Martin (born July 10, 1999) is an American professional football defensive end for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Texas A&M Aggies and Washington Huskies.

Early life Martin grew up in San Bernardino, California, and attended Cajon High School, where he played football. As a senior, he put up 89 tackles, 30.5 sacks, four forced fumbles, and four fumble recoveries. For his performance he was named first-team all-state and The San Bernardino Sun area defensive player of the year. A four-star recruit, Martin committed to play college football at Texas A&M.

College career Martin would play three years for Texas A&M. In those three years he only played in 9 games totaling 11 tackles, with three of them going for a loss. After the conclusion of the 2020 season, Martin announced that he had decided to transfer to Washington. In Martin's first season with the Huskies he played in 9 games, while racking up 13 tackles, one going for a loss, and a sack. However the 2022 season was Martin's best, starting before the season even started he was voted a team captain. In the 2022 season he made 41 tackles, 11 being for a loss, eight and a half sacks, a pass deflections, and two forced fumbles. His efforts would pay off as he finished the year as a first team All-Pac-12.

Professional career

Cleveland Browns (first stint) After not being selected in the 2023 NFL draft, Martin signed with the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent. He was waived on August 29, 2023.

New York Giants On January 1, 2024, Martin was signed to the practice squad of the New York Giants. Following the end of the 2023 regular season, the Giants signed him to a reserve/future contract on January 8. On May 13, Martin was waived by the Giants.

Cleveland Browns (second stint) On July 24, 2024, Martin signed with the Browns. He was waived by Cleveland on August 26.

Birmingham Stallions On November 4, 2024, Martin was signed by the Arlington Renegades and immediately traded to the Birmingham Stallions of the United Football League (UFL).

Green Bay Packers On December 11, 2024, Martin signed with the Green Bay Packers practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with Green Bay on January 13, 2025. On May 29, Martin was waived with an injury designation by the Packers.

New Orleans Saints On August 14, 2025, Martin signed with the New Orleans Saints. He was waived on August 25.

Chicago Bears On November 24, 2025, Martin signed to the Chicago Bears' practice squad. On January 20, 2026, he signed a reserve/futures contract with Chicago.