Carolina Cobras


The Carolina Cobras were an expansion franchise in the Arena Football League. The team was formed prior to the 2000 season, which endured a player strike.
The team was originally based in Raleigh, North Carolina, but moved to Charlotte following its third season.

History

They played their home games in Raleigh, North Carolina, at the Raleigh Entertainment & Sports Arena prior to the 2003 season. The team was based in the Charlotte Coliseum through 2004. Coaching staff included: Ed Khayat, John Gregory, Ron Selesky, Ray Jauch. On September 20, 2004, prior to the arrival of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats, the league announced the termination of this franchise; its players were made available to the other AFL teams in a dispersal draft.

Legacy

The Cobras' legacy in Charlotte was actually meant to fill open dates at the Charlotte Coliseum when the original Charlotte Hornets moved to New Orleans. When the newly reformed Hornets began play, the Cobras were no longer necessary.
The Cobras name is now in use by the city of Charlotte for its works team in the National Public Safety Football League.

Season-by-season

Notable players

Arena Football Hall of Famers

All-Arena players

The following Cobras players have been named to All-Arena Teams:
The following Cobras players have been named to All-Ironman Teams:
The following Cobras players have been named to All-Rookie Teams: