NC State legend Quarterback Roman Gabriel has passed away at the age of 83.
We mourn the passing of our legendary former quarterback Roman Gabriel and offer our condolences to his family.
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— NC State Football (@PackFootball) April 20, 2024
Gabriel’s Accolades
- 2 time ACC Player of the Year (1960 & 1961)
- 2 time 1st Team All-American (1960 & 1961)
- 2 time 1st Team All-ACC (1960 & 1961)
- 1st ACC QB to throw for 1,000 yards in a season
- Left NC State with 22 school records and 9 ACC records
- #1 pick in the AFL and #2 pick in the NFL
- 16-year NFL career with the Rams & Eagles
- 4 time Pro Bowler
- NFL MVP in 1969
- Led the NFL in Passing Yards in 1973
- Led the NFL in Touchdown Passes in 1969 & 1973
- Inaugural member of the NC State Hall of Fame
- Ranks 1st all-time in Rams history in Touchdown Passes & 3rd in Passing Yards
- First player to have their jersey number retired at NC State, on January 20, 1962.