Mike Rivera

Mike Rivera (born January 10, 1986) is an American former professional football player who was a linebacker and tight end in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Kansas Jayhawks.

Professional career

Chicago Bears After going undrafted in the 2009 NFL draft, Rivera signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent on April 26, 2009. He was cut on September 5, 2009.

Tennessee Titans On September 7, 2009, the Tennessee Titans signed Rivera to their practice squad. He was signed to a future contract with the Titans after the 2009 season on January 4, 2010. He was waived on August 31, 2010.

Green Bay Packers Rivera was signed to the Green Bay Packers' practice squad on October 13, 2010.

Miami Dolphins (first stint) The Miami Dolphins signed Rivera off the Packers' practice squad on December 28, 2010. Rivera was released by the Dolphins in August 2011.

New England Patriots (first stint) The New England Patriots signed Rivera to the practice squad on November 9, 2011. Rivera signed a future contract with the Patriots on February 8, 2012.

Miami Dolphins (second stint) The Dolphins signed Rivera on September 25, 2012. He was waived on October 2, 2012.

New England Patriots (second stint) The Patriots signed Rivera on October 31, 2012. He was waived on August 30, 2013.