Mike Martir Explained

Mike Martir
Position:Quarterback
Birth Date:8 February 1981
Birth Place:Mission Viejo, California
Height Ft:5
Height In:11
Weight Lbs:203
College:Rice
Undraftedyear:2008
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Cflstatus:International

Mike Martir (born February 8, 1981) is a former professional Canadian football quarterback. He was signed by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He played college football for the Rice Owls.

Early years

Martir was born in Mission Viejo, CA and raised in San Diego, CA. He was a standout football and baseball player at Sweetwater High School in National City, California.

College career

Martir transferred to Rice University as a signal-caller from 2003-2005.

Semi-professional career

Martir played one season with the defunct Los Angeles Monarchs of the California Football Association for one season in 2001. In 2007 Martir returned to football after being signed by the Tri-County Titans of the LaBelle Community Football League, Martir began the season on the injured list with an elbow injury and would start 4 games later that year. He was limited to holding duties in their final game of the year after suffering a leg injury.

Professional career

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Martir's negotiating rights were acquired by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in June, 2008.[1] Martir then was signed in July. Midway through the season, Martir was sidelined with a moderate knee sprain. Martir played in two games and went 6 of 9 for 72 yards. Martir was released by the Bombers on September 1, 2008.

References

  1. Web site: Team profile. Winnipeg Blue Bombers website. 2008-07-19.

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