There is an almost exhaustive list of well-known players in Raiders franchise history - and if he isn't at the top, he's pretty close.
Kenny "The Snake" Stabler, Oakland Raiders
George Blanda kicks a 27-yard field goal against the Steelers in 1970. It was this game he came off the bench and threw 3 touchdowns in addition to this field goal to help the Raiders win 31-14. Some big names in this picture - We see Jim Otto (#00) barring the way of Joe Greene (#75) and former Chargers standout Chuck Allen (#58) while Rookie Ken Stabler (#12) holds for Blanda.
George Blanda kcks a field goal against the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1970
Ken Stabler takes off with Steelers linebacker Jack Ham close behind. Steeler #67 is lineman Craig Hanneman.
Ken Stabler chased by Jack Ham in 1973
A confident Kenny Stabler gets set behind his center Dave Dalby in Super Bowl XI. Stabler and his Raiders remained in complete control of the game as Oakland defeated the Minnesota Vikings 32-14.
Ken Stabler sets up behind Center Dave Dalby Super Bowl XI
In 1974 Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler had an All Pro year leading the NFL with 26 touchdown passes. Here he is in the opening round of the 1974 playoffs where he threw 4 touchdowns to defeat the Dolphins.
Kenny "The Snake" Stabler in 1974
With Dolphins lineman Vern den Herder (#83) literally on his heels Raiders QB Ken Stabler launches a desperation pass into the endzone late in the 4th quarter of the opening round of the 1974 AFC playoff game against Miami. With 35 seconds left The Snake scrambled and, while falling, connected with Clarence Davis in the endzone for an 8-yard score to put the Raiders on top 28-26. Raider #78 behind Stabler is Hall of Famer Art Shell.
Ke Stabler TD Pass Against Miami in the 1974 AFC Playoffs
John Madden coached the Raiders for 10 seasons and never had a losing year. His winning percentage was .759. Ken Stabler was his quarterback for 6 of those seasons and 59 victories including a Super Bowl victory in 1976.
Ken Stabler and John Madden of the Oakland Raiders
Raiders QB Kenny Stabler passes over the on-coming rush of Giants defensive lineman Bob Goich (#68) & Carter Campbell (#79) in 1973. Stabler had 2 touchdown passes as the Raiders thrashed New York 42-0. Also seen is Raiders tackle John Vella (#75)
Ken Stabler in 1973 - Oakland Raiders vs the NY Giants
3 of the 6 Pro Bowlers the Raiders from the 1977 season - quarterback Ken Stabler (#12), center Dave Dalby (#50) and guard Gene Upshaw (#70).
Ken Stabler, Dave Dalby and Gene Upshaw | 1977 Oakland Raider Pro Bowlers
Left Handed QB Kenny Stabler
Kenny Stabler, Raiders South Paw Quarterback
A 1st-team Pro Bowler for 1973. Completed 62.7% of 260 pass attempts for 1997 yards and 14 touchdowns.
Kenny Stabler Raiders Hall Of Fame Quarterback
Fred Biletnikoff and Ken Stabler
Saints Quarterback from 1982-1984. It was the last stop for the aging veteran's 15-year NFL career.
Kenny Stabler Old Saints QB
The Snake stands and delivers during the 1979 rally against the Saints on Monday Night Football. Down 14-35 in the third quarter he led the Raiders to 4 second-half scores (with 3 touchdown passes) to finish with 42-35 win.
Kenny Stabler 1979 Monday Night Football vs Saints
The Raiders Hall of Fame quarterback shown here in 1979.
Kenny Stabler Raiders QB in 1979
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Kenny Stabler sets up to pass. Clarence Davis, #28, runs his route in 1976 NFL action.
Kenny Stabler 1976 Oakland Raiders
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.
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Kenny Stabler, New Orleans Saints quarterback 1982-1984.
Kenny Stabler | Saints 1982-1984
Ken Stabler stayed with the Houston Oilers for 1980 and 1981 after he was traded from Oakland. In the 2 years he was there he passed for 27 touchdowns and 5190 yards.
Ken Stabler, Houston Oilers 1980-1981
Alabama Crimson Tide Quarterback Ken Stabler.
Ken Stabler, Alabama 1965-1967
As a Junior Ken Stabler led Alabama to an 11-0 record in 1966 including a 34-7 route of Nebraska in the Sugar Bowl
Ken Stabler, Alabama QB
As a Houston Oiler Ken Stabler couldn't regain his previous form he had with 10 years in Oakland.
Ken Stabler, Houston Oilers 1980-1981
Stabler joined his old coach Bum Phillips in New Orleans in 1981.
Kenny Stabler | New Orleans Saints 1982-1984
Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.
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A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.
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Kenny Stabler and John Madden
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Ken Stabler, Houston Oilers 1980-1981
Kenny Stabler, Houston Oilers Quarterback
Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.
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Raiders Quarterback Kenny Stabler under pressure from Colts linebacker Ed Simonini
Kenny Stabler under Pressure
Love you Kenny