Martin was released by the Bills on Thursday, and it didn’t take too long for the 35-year-old to find a new home. The veteran punter averaged 46.7 yards per punt and ranked 11th with 46.3 percent of his punts landing inside of the 20-yard line. The Panthers offense looked vastly improved at the end of 2024, but he should get plenty of chances to punt the football in 2025.

Martin was set to enter the final year in his contract and had discussed an extension with the team. Now, the two sides will part ways in a move that will save the Bills $1.885 million against the cap for next season. Martin is a 12-year league vet who began his career with the Lions in 2013. Still a reliable punter, Martin averaged 46.7 yards per punt while landing 46.3 percent of his punts inside the opponent’s 20-yard line — the 11th highest mark among qualified punters. Martin should have plenty of opportunities to continue his career this offseason and will likely get a chance to compete for a job in camp.

Martin was hurt while chasing down a blocked punt late in the second quarter. He immediately went into the blue medical tent but remained on the sideline with the other specialists. It seems as though he will still be able to hold kicks for Tyler Bass, but he may not be able to punt, which could be problematic for the Bills if they face fourth downs deep in their own territory during the second half of their Wild Card Round game against the Steelers.

Martin signed with the Bills after the Bills parted ways with rookie punter Matt Araiza. Making the most of his opportunity, Martin averaged 47.7 yards per punt and ranked seventh on PFF in punts returned rate at 35.6 percent. Martin will receive $4.115 million in guaranteed money to return to Buffalo and is under contract through the 2025 season.