Nick Martin

Career StatsD+

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		7	11	—	—
2025		7	11	0.0	0

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Nick Martin's rookie contract earns an A CVI despite his struggling on-field performance, making this one of the NFL's best value propositions at linebacker. The third-round pick's modest $1.64M AAV represents minimal financial risk for San Francisco, even as his rookie campaign produced just 11 tackles across seven games with zero sacks and limited impact beyond a forced fumble. At the linebacker position, Martin's contract sits well below starter money, giving the 49ers exceptional cap flexibility while he develops. However, the 23-year-old faces mounting pressure after a disappointing first season that included benching and public questioning of his role, with coach Robert Saleh forced to address his limited playing time. The four-year rookie deal provides ample runway for development, but Martin must dramatically improve his production in year two to justify even this low-cost investment and avoid further marginalization on the depth chart.

Performance Analysis

Nick Martin earns a D+ grade as a young linebacker contributing to the 49ers' defense in a rotational capacity. San Francisco's linebacking corps is competitive, and Martin has earned his way into the conversation through effort and special teams play. His contributions on defense have been modest but adequate when called upon, which is the expected trajectory for a developing linebacker on a loaded roster. The 49ers' defensive culture provides an excellent environment for growth. He's a depth player with room to improve.