Martin III is explosive, he is phone booth quick with the ability to cut on a dime and accelerate without making false steps. He runs with excellent pad level in between the tackles and he has the burst at the second level to make a house call for six. Whether he lines up in the backfield at running back or at receiver, Martin III is a weapon with the football in his hands. In a week one win over Highland Park, he exploded for 96 yards rushing with a touchdown and he had 2 receiving touchdowns with 96 yards. Martin III is a playmaker that coaches have to create ways to get the ball in his hands.

Derrick put together a productive and efficient season, showing consistent production and steady impact whenever the ball was in his hands. At 5’10”, he plays with a compact build that helps him stay quick, elusive, and difficult to bring down in space.

He’s the type of player who doesn’t need a high volume of touches to make things happen Derrick shows the ability to create yards after contact and turn routine plays into positive gains. Whether operating in the passing game or getting involved in open-field situations, he brings a reliable spark and keeps the offense moving.

Derrick plays with quickness and a low center of gravity that makes him difficult to tackle in space. He’s sharp coming out of his breaks, creating separation with sudden cuts and precise footwork. His hands are reliable, and he’s confident adjusting to throws that aren’t perfectly placed. Once he has the ball, Derrick accelerates quickly, weaving through traffic and using his agility to maximize yardage after the catch. He brings energy and competitiveness to every play, consistently making an impact both in timing routes and when asked to stretch the defense.

A versatile offensive weapon, Martin racked up 15 total touchdowns and 1,243 all-purpose yards as a sophomore. He’s explosive with the ball in his hands, possesses great hands, and attacks defenses from multiple positions. Martin holds offers from Oklahoma, SMU, Missouri, Vanderbilt, Coastal Carolina, UTEP, Montana, Pittsburgh, and more.