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Oregon
"For an 11th round pick, Martin proved to be an outstanding addition in his rookie year. He was named the Giants' MVP rookie in 1975 by the Pro Football Writers of New York.
He hasn't missed a game in two seasons, and after being a part-time starter at left end in his rookie year, won the first-string job last season and has become a fixture on the rapidly improving front four. Quick, agile and with great pursuit, he finished the campaign with 117 tackles (46 solo, 71 assists) and had eight quarterback sacks. George came up with a defensive lineman's dream in a preseason win over the Packers when he blocked a pass attempt, grabbed the deflection and raced 15 yards for a touchdown.
George began his college career as a tight end at Oregon, then made the switch defensive line in his junior season and performed with distinction for two seasons. He had 83 solo tackles in his senior year and enjoyed his big days against Michigan and Northwestern. George also lettered for two years in basketball- he was a solid rebounder and scorer.
George Dwight Martin was born in Greenville, South Carolina but grew up in California and was a genuine all-around star at Armijo High School in Fairfield, California where he made all-American in basketball and All-State in football. He resides in Fairfield in the off-seasons."
-1977 New York Giants Media Guide
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