I still think he needs to do considerably more to become an ATG, he should definitely rule the division as lineal champion for at least another 2-3 years and unify a few belts while his at it. Perhaps fight a few celebrities (Canelo, Cotto, May) since many people associate popularity with HOF/ATG status... Fighting an accessible 168 titleholder would also help his odds. I could see him possibly retiring as a top 10-15 middleweight. Right now off the top of my head I would rank at middleweight (in no particular order) the following boxers in terms of achievements at 160 ahead of Martinez: Robinson, Greb, Monzon, Hagler, Hopkins, and probably a few more... if anyone wants to make a list please don't mention Roy Jones or Leonard or anyone else who had a short stint as a middleweight title holder or Champion.
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