DAVIE, Fla. (AP) — Before Miami Dolphins tackle Jonathan Martin left the team saying he was bullied, he told multiple people that he was considering quitting football, two people familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

One of the people said Martin considered giving up the sport because he was mistreated by other offensive linemen. That person said Martin, who sought counseling for emotional issues, now plans to continue playing. Both people spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the organization has said little about Martin's departure. ...

For Martin, the final straw was a lunchroom prank at the team complex, and he then left the squad. Tannehill and Jerry said the same prank has been pulled on many other players.

Hijinks are especially common among the offensive linemen, Clabo said.

"We have a system of basically it's just a big joke, basically," he said. It helps camaraderie. It keeps things light in the room. Everyone participates. No one is exempt and so I don't see how ... we would all be guilty of bullying."

lol Rich...I would bet no one in the league would want to play with this dude now and besides, he's not even that good.

Maybe Martin is gay and thought something more would come of Richie taking him under his wing.

And when it didn't, his estrogen took over.

Left tackles need to be warriors IMO.

Who would want to play with someone this soft? I think his 'trade value' is near nil. I can't imagine us getting more than a late round pick for him. My guess is he will be released at some point in the next week or two.

Could be a case where his mindset impacted his play.

He's still a young guy. Maybe he matures from this whole experience.

Maybe Martin is gay and thought something more would come of Richie taking him under his wing.

And when it didn't, his estrogen took over.

after being subjected to the horrible prank of others getting up from the lunch table when you sat down.