Michael Mendoza

Michael Mendoza is an American former football quarterback who played one season with the Los Angeles Cobras of the Arena Football League. He first enrolled at Los Angeles Harbor College before transferring to Northern Arizona University. He attended Bishop Montgomery High School in Torrance, California. Mendoza was also a member of the Los Angeles Raiders and Ottawa Rough Riders.

Early life Mendoza played high school football at Bishop Montgomery High School and was named the offensive player of the year in the Angelus League in 1981. He led the Seahawks to two Southern California Athletic Conference titles and a pair of post-season bowl berths.

Professional career

Mendoza spent time with the Los Angeles Raiders during training camp in 1985 after passing up an offer to play for the Denver Gold of the USFL.

Mendoza signed with the Los Angeles Cobras on June 9, 1988. He was placed on the team's taxi squad for his first game as a member of the Cobras on June 10 against the Detroit Drive. Mendoza passed for 269 yards and four touchdowns in relief of starting quarterback Matt Stevens in a 37–37 tie against the Chicago Bruisers on July 14, 1988. Michael worked as a loan representative prior to signing with the Cobras.