Chad Mendes
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Chad Money Mendes (born May 1, 1985) is a retired American mixed martial artist who competed as a Featherweight in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As of January 2, 2019, he was #8 in official UFC featherweight rankings.

Mendes wrestled for Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, California. He finished his career with an overall record of 64–24 and twice earned NCAA All-American honors. As a senior, Mendes finished the year with a 30–1 record; he placed 2nd in the 2008 NCAA championships at 141 lb., falling to Ohio State's J Jaggers in the title match. That year, Mendes was Pac-10 Wrestler of the Year.

After the conclusion of his collegiate career, Mendes began to train with the mixed martial arts team Team Alpha Male. He began fighting for the Palace Fighting Championship and went undefeated.

Mendes made his WEC debut against Erik Koch on March 6, 2010 at WEC 47. He won the fight via unanimous decision, despite a cut over his right eye that was examined during the fight to see if he could continue.