Gabriel earned four Pro Bowl selections and won the 1969 NFL MVP Award during his 16-year career with the Rams and Eagles.
Legendary quarterback Roman Gabriel died Saturday morning at age 83, the team confirmed in a statement. “We mourn the loss of Rams legend and football pioneer, Roman Gabriel,” the Rams said. “We extend our condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.” Gabriel’s son, Roman Gabriel III, that his father died of natural causes at his home. We mourn the loss of Rams legend and football pioneer, Roman Gabriel.
He also earned NFL MVP and All-Pro honors in 1969 while leading the league in touchdown passes with 24. Advertisement That year, the Rams opened the season on an 11-game win streak and finished at 11-3 with a loss to the in the divisional round. After 11 seasons with , Gabriel signed with the ahead of the 1973 season. His first Eagles season included a fourth Pro Bowl selection and winning Comeback Player of the Year after leading the in completions , passing touchdowns and passing yards .
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