Former USC Trojan and Los Angeles Raiders linebacker Rod Martin has passed away at 72, as announced by the Raiders. A standout player, Martin was drafted in 1977 and became a two-time All-Pro and Pro Bowl selection during his 12-year NFL career. He notably set a Super Bowl record with three interceptions against the Eagles in 1980, contributing to the Raiders’ victories in Super Bowls XV and XVIII. Prior to the NFL, he was recognized as a first-team All-Pac-8 player at USC.
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Rod Martin, former USC and Raiders player, dies at 72
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