I've known Tate for a while, and while he has caused SOME of the reputation he got, especially early on, he is not the same 17-18 year old that was on a TV show & popping off on social media.

— Joe Arrigo (@joearrigofsm) January 18, 2022

I wrote an article about what he has gone through, including battling depression, a year ago prior to him going to UNLV. He asked to WALK-ON to earn his place, but had multiple injuries last year that derailed him getting on the field more.

— Joe Arrigo (@joearrigofsm) January 18, 2022

He is grateful for Marcus Arroyo and the school for giving him a opportunity and supporting him. He wishes he could've/would've played for him sooner.

Tate is a friend, we are close, and he has a great business opportunity that he has been working on for a while.

— Joe Arrigo (@joearrigofsm) January 18, 2022

MarathonAg12 said:

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Johnny and Tate Martell on Ball Don't Lie

Now that would be legit.

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I legitimately can't wait for the Tate Martell 30 for 30.

"He's ass my dude": The Tate Martell Story https://t.co/SJZraLy1mG

— Jason Kersey (@jasonkersey) January 18, 2022

PrestigeWorldwideAg12 said:

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MarathonAg12 said:

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Johnny and Tate Martell on Ball Don't Lie

Now that would be legit.

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Ummm no. At least JFF played. Tate got to stand on the side lines hold a water bottle and keep fresh pigskin warm. Saw very little action.

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