According to Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht, Martin's (suspension) play during offseason workouts has reminded him of his form during the 2015 season, NFL.com's Kevin Patra reports.
Martin is returning to the fold after being suspended for the final game of the 2016 season and subsequently entering treatment to sort out some off-field issues. Seemingly rejuvenated after that spell, however, Martin has consistently drawn praise during offseason sessions for his physical and mental condition. The tailback appears to be running with the type of power and sharpness that has twice made him a 1,400-yard rusher, not the 400-yard rusher he was his other three seasons. Although Martin will remain suspended for the first three games of the upcoming campaign, his performance of late has helped alleviate concerns over him being a cap casualty, but he'll need to sustain his good work until Week 4 to earn back his starting job ahead of Jacquizz Rodgers, Charles Sims and rookie Jeremy McNichols.