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Mervyn Fernandez was born on 29 December, 1959 in Merced, California, U.S., is an American gridiron football player (born 1959). Discover Mervyn Fernandez's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 64 years old?

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Age 64 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born 29 December, 1959
Birthday 29 December
Birthplace Merced, California, U.S.
Nationality United States

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Mervyn Fernandez Height, Weight & Measurements

At 64 years old, Mervyn Fernandez height is 6′ 3″ .

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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Mervyn Fernandez Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Mervyn Fernandez worth at the age of 64 years old? Mervyn Fernandez’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from United States. We have estimated Mervyn Fernandez's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1937

Despite being injured and not playing in the game, following the Lions' 37–24 triumph over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the 73rd Grey Cup, Fernandez became the first Lion to win the CFL's Most Outstanding Player Award.

1959

Mervyn L. Fernandez (born December 29, 1959), nicknamed "Swervin' Mervyn", is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver with the BC Lions in the Canadian Football League (CFL) and Los Angeles Raiders in the National Football League (NFL).

1982

Fernandez spent his entire six-year CFL career (1982-1986, 1994) with the BC Lions.

Fernandez joined the Lions in 1982, and made an immediate impact, finishing his rookie season with over 1,000 receiving yards (1,046), and helping his team to 9–7 record.

Fernandez won the CFL Western Division Most Outstanding Rookie award, and was a finalist for the CFL's Most Outstanding Rookie award as well.

1983

It was at San José State that the Los Angeles Raiders staff members took notice of the 6′3″, 205 pound, speedy wide receiver, and the Raiders eventually made Fernandez their 10th round pick in the 1983 NFL Draft.

1984

Fernandez was a two-time CFL All-Star (1984–1985) and is a member of the BC Lions Wall of Fame.

Fernandez, a two-time CFL All-Star (1984-1985) and member of the BC Lions Wall of Fame, was finally persuaded by Al Davis and the Raiders to head south and join the NFL, following the 1986 CFL season.

1985

After two 1,000-yard seasons, Fernandez was a key component in the BC Lions Grey Cup championship season of 1985.

Fernandez finished the season with 95 catches and 1,727 yards for an 18.2 yards per reception average, along with 15 touchdowns.

1987

Fernandez spent his entire 6-year NFL career (1987-1992) with one team: the Los Angeles Raiders.

During that span, Fernandez played in 86 games and amassed 209 catches for 3,764 yards and 19 touchdowns.

While Fernandez never made the Pro Bowl, he did leave his mark on the Raiders’ record books.

His 209 career catches are 10th most by any receiver in Raiders’ history.

His 3,764 career receiving yards ranks him number 8 all-time.

His 18.01 average yards per catch for his career is first among any receiver to wear the Raiders' Silver and Black.

1988

In 1988, Fernandez led NFL receivers in average yards per catch (26.0).

1989

Arguably, Fernandez's finest year was 1989, when he made 57 catches for 1,069 yards and 9 touchdowns, leading all Raiders’ receivers in almost every major category, and becoming only the sixth Raider to gain over 1,000 receiving yards in a season.

Fernandez currently lives in Morgan Hill, California and works as a sales representative.

He is also an avid sport fisherman.

2003

In 2003, Fernandez was voted a member of the BC Lions All-Time Dream Team, at the wide receiver position, as part of the club's 50-year anniversary celebration.

In 2003, Fernandez was voted a member of the BC Lions All-Time Dream Team, at the wide receiver position, as part of the club's 50-year anniversary celebration.

2006

In 2006, Fernandez was voted one of the CFL's Top 50 players (#42) of the league's modern era by Canadian sports network TSN.

Fernandez was a standout wide receiver for Andrew Hill High School in San Jose, California, where he picked up his famous nickname "Swervin' Mervyn" from the team's quarterback.

Following high school, Fernandez played at DeAnza Junior College in Cupertino, California, before finishing his college career at nearby San José State University.

In November 2006, Fernandez was voted one of the CFL's top 50 players (#42) of the league's modern era by Canadian sports network TSN.

2007

His son, Joe Fernandez, was a wide receiver at Fresno State University, who tried out but failed to make the final roster of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks in 2007.

2019

He was inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame in 2019