Photo: Instagram/Blake Martinez Blake Martinez , the former NFL linebacker, has ventured into an unexpected domain following his retirement from football. Despite earning approximately $30 million throughout his seven-year career, Martinez has found success in a completely different industry: Pokemon card sales. In fact, he claims that his newfound enterprise is proving to be as lucrative as his football endeavors. In an interview with TheAthletic.com , Martinez revealed that he opted for retirement after realizing the financial potential of the Pokemon business, free from the inherent risks of injury associated with football. Contemplating the decision, he weighed the prospect of constantly restarting from scratch in football against establishing a sustainable venture in the Pokemon realm. Photo: Instagram/Blake Martinez While Martinez cherished his football career, he discovered an even deeper passion for constructing and managing his own team in the realm of collectibles. Dubbed ...