We're counting down the days to kickoff with “99 Warriors,” the greatest Ohio State Buckeyes by jersey number, as voted by the staff of Eleven Warriors.
No. 39 Jamar Martin
A two-way player (fullback and outside linebacker) at Canton McKinley, Martin led the Bulldogs to the state championship and perfect 14-0 record as a senior. The program was also named the No. 1 team in the country — and mythical national champions — by USA TODAY Sports.
1998-2001
b. April 12, 1980
- Team Captain (2001)
- Big Ten Champion (1998)
- Sugar Bowl Champion (1999)
The 5-foot-11, 245-pound Martin was a dominant fullback at Ohio State, opening holes for running backs Michael Wiley, Derek Combs and Jonathan Wells.