Iowa football: Photos of receiver Oliver Martin through the years

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Iowa wide receivers Oliver Martin (5) and Nico Ragaini (89) stand on the sideline with punter Michael Sleep-Dalton (22) before a NCAA Big Ten Conference football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receivers Oliver Martin (5) and Nico Ragaini (89) stand on the sideline with punter Michael Sleep-Dalton (22) before a NCAA Big Ten Conference football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Iowa sophomore wide receiver Oliver Martin carries the ball after making a completion in the fourth quarter against Rutgers on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
Iowa sophomore wide receiver Oliver Martin carries the ball after making a completion in the fourth quarter against Rutgers on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) is pictured before a NCAA Big Ten Conference football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) is pictured before a NCAA Big Ten Conference football game against Rutgers, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stiff-arms a Miami of Ohio defender during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stiff-arms a Miami of Ohio defender during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) gets tackled during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) gets tackled during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stiff arms Miami of Ohio defensive back Bart Baratti (49) during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stiff arms Miami of Ohio defensive back Bart Baratti (49) during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) pulls in a catch during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) pulls in a catch during a NCAA non conference football game, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Aug 31, 2019; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) reacts with wide receiver Nico Ragaini (89) after a touchdown pass from quarterback Nate Stanley (not shown) against the Miami (Oh) Redhawks during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 31, 2019; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) reacts with wide receiver Nico Ragaini (89) after a touchdown pass from quarterback Nate Stanley (not shown) against the Miami (Oh) Redhawks during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
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Aug 31, 2019; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) catches a touchdown pass from quarterback Nate Stanley (not shown) over Miami (Oh) Redhawks defensive back Zedrick Raymond (14) during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 31, 2019; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) catches a touchdown pass from quarterback Nate Stanley (not shown) over Miami (Oh) Redhawks defensive back Zedrick Raymond (14) during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
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Aug 31, 2019; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) catches a touchdown pass from quarterback Nate Stanley (not shown) as Miami (Oh) Redhawks defensive back Zedrick Raymond (14) defends during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 31, 2019; Iowa City, IA, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) catches a touchdown pass from quarterback Nate Stanley (not shown) as Miami (Oh) Redhawks defensive back Zedrick Raymond (14) defends during the third quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stands on the sideline while running a drill during a Hawkeyes football Kids Day scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stands on the sideline while running a drill during a Hawkeyes football Kids Day scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Oliver Martin was a popular interview in his first public appearance in a Hawkeye uniform, at the team's media day.
Oliver Martin was a popular interview in his first public appearance in a Hawkeye uniform, at the team's media day.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) catches a pass during a Hawkeyes football Kids Day scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) catches a pass during a Hawkeyes football Kids Day scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stands with teammates during a Hawkeyes football Kids Day scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) stands with teammates during a Hawkeyes football Kids Day scrimmage, Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) talks with reporters during Hawkeyes football media day, Friday, Aug. 9, 2019, at the University of Iowa outdoor practice facility in Iowa City, Iowa.
Iowa wide receiver Oliver Martin (5) talks with reporters during Hawkeyes football media day, Friday, Aug. 9, 2019, at the University of Iowa outdoor practice facility in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Michigan receiver Oliver Martin celebrates his touchdown during the second half against Rutgers, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Piscataway, N.J.
Michigan receiver Oliver Martin celebrates his touchdown during the second half against Rutgers, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Piscataway, N.J.
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Michigan wide receiver Oliver Martin runs after a catch in the first half against Wisconsin in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.
Michigan wide receiver Oliver Martin runs after a catch in the first half against Wisconsin in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.
Paul Sancya, Associated Press
Iowa football and Oliver Martin are now in the waiting process to determine whether he'll receive an NCAA waiver for immediate eligibility.
Iowa football and Oliver Martin are now in the waiting process to determine whether he'll receive an NCAA waiver for immediate eligibility.
Julio Cortez, AP
Oliver Martin (80) made 11 catches for 125 yards with one touchdown during his redshirt freshman season at Michigan. He played in all 13 games, with one start.
Oliver Martin (80) made 11 catches for 125 yards with one touchdown during his redshirt freshman season at Michigan. He played in all 13 games, with one start.
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Michigan wide receiver Oliver Martin, right, runs with the ball as Rutgers defensive back Isaiah Wharton (11) wraps him up for the tackle during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Piscataway, N.J. Michigan's Nick Eubanks, left, tries to block on the play. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Michigan wide receiver Oliver Martin, right, runs with the ball as Rutgers defensive back Isaiah Wharton (11) wraps him up for the tackle during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Piscataway, N.J. Michigan's Nick Eubanks, left, tries to block on the play. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
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Oliver Martin, WR, Iowa City West: A two-time all-state pick in 2015-16. Ended his career with 239 receptions, the most in Iowa high school football history, as well as 3,449 receiving yards and 33 touchdown receptions. Was the state’s top-rated prospect in 2017 and played in the 2017 U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
Oliver Martin, WR, Iowa City West: A two-time all-state pick in 2015-16. Ended his career with 239 receptions, the most in Iowa high school football history, as well as 3,449 receiving yards and 33 touchdown receptions. Was the state’s top-rated prospect in 2017 and played in the 2017 U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
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Iowa City West's Oliver Martin celebrates Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017 as he places first in the 50 yard freestyle at the 2017 boys state swim meet in Marshalltown.
Iowa City West's Oliver Martin celebrates Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017 as he places first in the 50 yard freestyle at the 2017 boys state swim meet in Marshalltown.
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Iowa City West's Oliver Martin looks up at the scoreboard Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017 as he places first in the 50 yard freestyle at the 2017 boys state swim meet in Marshalltown.
Iowa City West's Oliver Martin looks up at the scoreboard Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017 as he places first in the 50 yard freestyle at the 2017 boys state swim meet in Marshalltown.
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Iowa City West's Oliver Martin smiles from the top of the podium Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017 after winning the the 50 yard freestyle at the 2017 boys state swim meet in Marshalltown.
Iowa City West's Oliver Martin smiles from the top of the podium Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017 after winning the the 50 yard freestyle at the 2017 boys state swim meet in Marshalltown.
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Iowa City West's Oliver Martin (8) pushes off a Cedar Rapids Washington defender Nov. 11, 2016, in the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls.
Iowa City West's Oliver Martin (8) pushes off a Cedar Rapids Washington defender Nov. 11, 2016, in the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls.
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Iowa City West's Oliver Martin (8) and Devontae Lane (6) high five fans in the stands Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, after defeating Cedar Rapids Washington in their 4A state semifinal game at the UNI Dome in Cedar Falls.
Iowa City West's Oliver Martin (8) and Devontae Lane (6) high five fans in the stands Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, after defeating Cedar Rapids Washington in their 4A state semifinal game at the UNI Dome in Cedar Falls.
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West High's Oliver Martin is introduced during senior night on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016.
West High's Oliver Martin is introduced during senior night on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016.
David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
West High's Oliver Martin poses for a photo on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016.
West High's Oliver Martin poses for a photo on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016.
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West High's Oliver Martin is introduced with his parents during senior night on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016.
West High's Oliver Martin is introduced with his parents during senior night on Friday, Oct. 21, 2016.
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West High's Oliver Martin chats with former Hawkeye receiver Kevonte Martin-Manley after being presented with his U.S. Army All-American jersey at school on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016.
West High's Oliver Martin chats with former Hawkeye receiver Kevonte Martin-Manley after being presented with his U.S. Army All-American jersey at school on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016.
David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
IC West's Oliver Martin (3) at bat on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, during the 4A quarterfinals between Iowa City West and Cedar Rapids Jefferson at Principal Park, Des Moines, IA.
IC West's Oliver Martin (3) at bat on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, during the 4A quarterfinals between Iowa City West and Cedar Rapids Jefferson at Principal Park, Des Moines, IA.
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West High's Oliver Martin throws to first base after tagging out Davenport Central's Bobby Magnus during their substate final on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. West High won, 7-1.
West High's Oliver Martin throws to first base after tagging out Davenport Central's Bobby Magnus during their substate final on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. West High won, 7-1.
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West High's Oliver Martin returns a kick for 57 yards in the final seconds of the first half in the Trojans' game against Dubuque Hempstead on Friday, Oct. 9, 2015.
West High's Oliver Martin returns a kick for 57 yards in the final seconds of the first half in the Trojans' game against Dubuque Hempstead on Friday, Oct. 9, 2015.
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West High's Oliver Martin is also a formidable recruit in baseball. He holds offers from Iowa and Illinois.
West High's Oliver Martin is also a formidable recruit in baseball. He holds offers from Iowa and Illinois.
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West High's Oliver Martin runs down field during the Trojans' game against Pleasant Valley on Friday, Oct. 24, 2014.  David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
West High's Oliver Martin runs down field during the Trojans' game against Pleasant Valley on Friday, Oct. 24, 2014. David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
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West High's Oliver Martin tosses the ball back to Conner Greene on a hook and ladder play during the Trojans' Class 4A second round playoff game against Linn-Mar in Marion on Monday, Nov. 3, 2014.  David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
West High's Oliver Martin tosses the ball back to Conner Greene on a hook and ladder play during the Trojans' Class 4A second round playoff game against Linn-Mar in Marion on Monday, Nov. 3, 2014. David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
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West High wide receiver Oliver Martin runs down field during the Trojans' game against Cedar Rapids Kennedy on Friday, Aug. 29, 2014. David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
West High wide receiver Oliver Martin runs down field during the Trojans' game against Cedar Rapids Kennedy on Friday, Aug. 29, 2014. David Scrivner / Iowa City Press-Citizen
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West High’s Oliver Martin (8) catches a touchdown pass against Davenport North during the first half Friday in Iowa City. The Trojans jumped out to an early lead and cruised into the half at 35-0.
West High’s Oliver Martin (8) catches a touchdown pass against Davenport North during the first half Friday in Iowa City. The Trojans jumped out to an early lead and cruised into the half at 35-0.
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