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Former NFL Quarterback Roman Gabriel Dies At 83: A Tribute to a Prolific Player with No Playoff Wins

Former NFL quarterback Roman Gabriel passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday morning at the age of 83. His son, Roman Gabriel III, announced the news on social media and expressed his sadness while sharing the news of his father’s passing. The family requested prayers and privacy during this difficult time as they mourn the loss of their beloved husband and father.

Gabriel began his football career at North Carolina State from 1959-1961 before being selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the AFL and the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft in 1962. He opted to sign with the NFL’s Rams over the AFL’s Raiders, where he had a successful career that included three Pro Bowl appearances from 1967-1969, and being honored with All-Pro and league MVP awards in 1969.

Despite his successes on the field, Gabriel never won a playoff game, going 0-2 in postseason games. After spending 11 seasons with the Rams, he finished his career with the Eagles before retiring after the 1977 season. In his final season, Gabriel led

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