Martin Bibla
American football player
Martin John Bibla (born October 4, 1979) is an American former professional football player who was a guard in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Miami Hurricanes and was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth round of the 2002 NFL draft.
Bibla was also a member of the Denver Broncos, Philadelphia Soul, BC Lions, Las Vegas Locomotives, Omaha Nighthawks, and Sacramento Mountain Lions.
Early life
Bibla started his football career on the line at Crestwood High School in Pennsylvania, graduating in 1997.
Professional career
Atlanta Falcons
Bibla was drafted 116th overall by the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth round of the 2002 NFL draft, and played for the Falcons until being released in August 2005.
Denver Broncos
Bibla was signed by the Denver Broncos in January 2006 but was released.
Philadelphia Soul
He played two seasons for the Philadelphia Soul before the Arena Football League cancelled the 2009 season.
BC Lions
Bibla was signed by the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League on April 28, 2009. He left the team after one practice and was cut on June 25, 2009.
Las Vegas Locomotives
Bibla was signed by the Las Vegas Locomotives of the United Football League on August 31, 2009.
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