The family of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers star Doug Martin laid out the tragic final moments of his life before his sudden death over the weekend. In a letter released by Martin’s agent, Brian Murphy,

As the investigation continues into the death of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin, new details are emerging about what the 36-year-old was battling before he died in police custody.

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers All-Pro running back and Boise State star Doug Martin died while in police custody following a struggle with officers who were investigating a break-in at a home in Oakland,

Neurologists are expected to soon examine whether former NFL running back Doug Martin — who died in Oakland police custody over the weekend after an alleged home break-in

Former Oakland Raiders running back Doug Martin was struggling with mental health leading up to his sudden death last weekend, Martin’s family said. Martin, 36, died while he was in Oakland Police Department custody shortly after he was arrested inside a neighbor’s house Saturday.

Doug Martin had been struggling with mental health challenges and "fled his home" the night he died after being taken into police custody, his family said.

The statement released Monday night said family was “seeking medical assistance” for Martin, who was feeling “overwhelmed and disoriented.”

Former NFL running back Doug Martin, 36, died Saturday. While Oakland police are investigating the matter, Martin's family offered new details Monday.