Martin looking to take next step in his development

Tim Twentyman

When the Detroit Lions drafted Brodric Martin out of Western Kentucky in the third round (No. 96 overall) last year, general manager Brad Holmes talked about his rawness, upside and the need for him to develop.

"He just has, like we say, he's got a lot of meat on the bone," Holmes said at the time. "He's got a lot of upside. He's a big man, he's athletic, he plays hard. He chases to the ball.