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The agent of former NFL star Doug Martin provided clarity on the circumstances around his death on Monday as he released a statement on behalf of the late player’s family.

Athletes First CEO Brian Murphy said the retired running back was dealing with mental health issues in the days before authorities in California were requested to be involved by Martin’s family. Martin died on Saturday after an incident while in police custody.

"Privately, Doug battled mental health challenges that profoundly impacted his personal and professional life," the statement read. "Ultimately, mental illness proved to be the one opponent from which Doug could not run.

"Following recent media reports about Doug’s untimely passing, the family

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