Mike Martir (born February 8, 1981) is a former professional

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2008. He played

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for the

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Early years

Martir was born in

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and raised in

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. He was a standout

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and

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player at Sweetwater High School in

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College career

Martir transferred to

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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

in June, 2008. 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

External links

Winnipeg Blue Bombers bio
1981 births Living people Players of American football from Mission Viejo, California Players of Canadian football from California Canadian football quarterbacks Winnipeg Blue Bombers players Rice Owls football players {{Canadianfootball-quarterback-stub