Tay Martin

Davontavean Martin (born December 14, 1997) is an American professional football wide receiver and return specialist for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Washington State Cougars and Oklahoma State Cowboys. Martin has also been a member of the San Francisco 49ers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders, and Columbus Aviators. He was signed as an undrafted free agent by the 49ers following the 2022 NFL draft.

Professional career

San Francisco 49ers On April 30, 2022, Martin signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent. He was released during final roster cutdowns on August 30. Martin was signed to the team's practice squad the following day. He signed a reserve/future contract with the 49ers on January 31, 2023.

On August 29, 2023, Martin was waived by the 49ers and re-signed to the practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with San Francisco on February 13, 2024.

Martin was waived by the 49ers on August 27, 2024, and re-signed to the practice squad. On September 3, Martin was released from the practice squad.

Tennessee Titans On September 10, 2024, Martin was signed to the Tennessee Titans' practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on January 4, 2025. In a 23-14 Week 18 loss to the Houston Texans, Martin made his first career reception on a 49-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Will Levis.

On May 7, 2025, Martin was waived/injured by the Titans and reverted to the injured reserve the following day. He was waived again on May 14.

Washington Commanders Martin signed with the Washington Commanders on July 23, 2025, and was released on August 26. Martin re-signed with their practice squad on September 16. He was elevated to the active roster for Weeks 4, 5, and 6, but was released from the practice squad on October 17.

Columbus Aviators On January 14, 2026, Martin was selected by the Columbus Aviators of the United Football League (UFL).

Detroit Lions On June 16, 2026, Martin signed with the Detroit Lions.

Personal life Martin has a daughter.