The Facts: Following up on a previous item. ... Martin suffered a shoulder injury during Sunday's 31-23 loss to the Atlanta Falcons and did not return. Martin said after the game that X-rays "look fine' and the shoulder is not separated. Martin will have the shoulder evaluated more thoroughly after the team returns to Tampa, HC Greg Schiano said.

Diehards Line:Schiano said it was too early tell how serious the injury is. Martin agreed. "We're still evaluating what it is,' said Martin, who added that he's "not sure yet' if he would play in Thursday night's game against Carolina. "Just have to hope for the best.' Martin suffered the injury while attempting to catch a pass in the third quarter. Rookie Mike James replaced Martin and finished with 14 carries for 45 yards. ... Stay tuned.