A first round pick of both the Rams and Raiders. North Carolina State star Roman Gabriel went to LA and stayed there 11 years. Credited with 79 wins he passed for 154 touchdowns and over 22,000 yards as a Ram.
Roman Gabriel, 1963 LA Rams
Roman Gabriel has to do some fancy footwork to get away from Packer Henry Jordan as Jordan gets around the block of Ram offensive lineman Charlie Cowan.
Henry Jordan Pressures Roman Gabriel, Rams - Packers
Roman Gabriel of the Rams had the Most Touchdown Passes in 1969 - 24, as he led Los Angeles to 11 wins and a Coastal Division Title.
Roman Gabriel, 24 TDs in 1969
Roman Gabriel was traded to the Eagles in 1973. Started 11 games leading the NFL in pass completions and passing yardage while tying Roger Staubach for the passing touchdown lead.
Roman Gabriel, Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback in 1974
6-foot 8-inch, 290-pound Ron Billingsley is set on a collision course with Ram quarterback Roman Gabriel in this 1970 Rams-Chargers showdown. The Rams won 37-10.
Roman Gabriel on a collision course with Ro Billingsley of the Chargers in 1970
Ray Nitschke gets to Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Played 11 seasons in Los Angeles leading the Rams to 74 victories between 1962 to 1972. Passed for over 22,000 yards and 154 touchdowns. Rushed for another 28 scores.
Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Falcon defensive lineman Claude Humphrey puts the heat on Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel in the early 1970s. In 1971 Gabriel had 17 touchdowns and 2238 passing yards while Humphrey unofficially had 13 sacks.
Falcons Claude Humphrey closes in on the Rams Roman Gabriel in 1971
From the 1968 NFL Pro Bowl game played in January of 1968 at the Los Angeles Coliseum. Roman Gabriel throws to Rams team mate Les Josephson. 1967 was Josephson's sole Pro Bowl season while it was Gabriel's first of 4 in his career.
Roman Gabriel Passes To Les Josephson during the 1968 NFL Pro Bowl Game
Early 1970s Rams-Falcons. Atlanta lineman John Zook and Claude Humphrey close in and bring down Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel.
Roman Gabriel sacked by John Zook and Claude Humphrey
NFL in the 1960s decade - With a determined Dick Bass at his side, Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel stands defiantly in the pocket.
Roman Gabriel with Dick Bass LA Rams, 1960s NFL
Ram QB Roman Gabriel breaks out past the Giants Henry Davis in this late 60s clash between the Rams and Giants. In 11 seasons with Los Angeles Gabriel had 1146 rushing yards and 28 rushing touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel runs past Henry Davis of the Giants
With Viking Jim Marshall wrapped about his legs Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel tries to keep the play going.
Roman Gabriel with Jim Marshall hanging on him
Still ranks in the Top 3 for just about every All Time passing category list in Rams franchise history - including wins. He's #1 with 74 victories.
Roman Gabriel Los Angeles Rams NFL Quarterback
Rams QB Roman Gabriel hangs tough against the Packers and gets the pass off but not before he's belted by defensive tackle Ron Kostelnik. Also shown are Rams tackle Joe Scibelli (#71) and Packers defensive lineman (#74).
Roman Gabriel hit by Ron Kostelnik
The Packers Robert Brown (#78) won't get to Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel (#18) as he gets this pass off in the 1967 Rams-Packers showdown late in the season. Roman had a big game with 3 touchdown passes as the Rams outlasted the Pack in a 27-24 win keeping their playoff hopes for 1967 alive.
Roman Gabriel, Rams vs Packers in 1967
Roman Gabriel (#18), quarterback of the LA Rams defiantly barks out audibles to his offensive teammates as Colts longtime veteran linebacker Don Shinnick stares back.
Roman Gabriel of the Rams & Don Shinnick of the Colts
Roman Gabriel, Eagles QB in 1973
In 1964 Rams QB Roman Gabriel (#18) was making a name for himself as one of the strongest quarterbacks in the NFL. Here Rams lineman Joe Carollo (#63) works to keep 49ers away while longtime San Francisco linebacker Matt Hazeltine (#55)e moves in.
Roman Gabriel & Joe Carollo of the Rams with Matt Hazeltine of the 49ers in 1964
Rams quarterback from 1962 to 1972.
Rams QB Roman Gabriel
From the first round of the 1969 NFL playoffs. Ram Quarterback Roman Gabriel passes while the Vikings Carl Eller rushes in. Ram running back Les Josephson (#34) can be seen behind Gabriel blocking.
Roman Gabriel, Rams & Carl Eller Vikings in the 1969 Playoffs
An All Pro in 1969 Roman Gabriel led the NFL in touchdown passes - 24, while only throwing 7 interceptions
Roman Gabriel 1969 LA Rams Quarterback
Willie Davis gets to Roman Gabriel
Los Angeles Rams Quarterback Roman Gabriel
Rams rookie Roman Gabriel gets a pass off against the Dallas Cowboys is 1962. Gabriel impressed the league as he threw only 2 interceptions out of 101 attempts. Also pictured are Rams offensive iineman Charlie Cowan (#73) and Dallas defenders Bob Lilly (#74) and Clyde Brock (#77).
Rookie Roman Gabriel against Bob Lilly and the Dallas Cowboys Defense in 1962
Rams - Bears clash in the early 1960s. Roman Gabriel (#18) gets the pass off while Bears Hall of Famer Stan Jones (#78) applies pressure from the right. Other Rams pictured are Charlie Cowan (#73), Joe Wendryhoski (#54), Ben Wilson (#36) and Frank Varrichione (#70).
Rams QB Roman Gabriel gets the Pass Away as the Bears Stan Jones applies pressure
After injuries slowed down the Rams star quarterback he was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 1973. There's little debate that the Eagles offense definitely improved and Gabriel was selected Comeback Player of the Year.
Roman Gabriel Eagles Quarterback in 1973
Rams quarterback Roman Gabriel stands tall amidst a heavy Green Bay Packers rush.
The Rams Roman Gabriel Under a Heavy Packers Rush
Rams and Vikings clash! LA quarterback Roman Gabriel gets protection as Bob Brown and Les Josephson keep Vikings defender Carl Eller away.
Roman Gabriel under pressure from Carl Eller as Bob Brown & Les Josephson Block
Hall of Fame Linebacker Ray Nitschke applies pressure to Roman Gabriel
Ray Nitschke Pressures Roman Gabriel
Pulling out to block for Rams runner Les Josephson as Colts linebacker Ted Hendricks (#83) is in hot pursuit.
Joe Scibelli leads blocking for Les Josephson
Coming off an All Pro season the previous year Topps included the Rams signal caller in their special 8x10 poster set that featured 24 of the NFL's and AFL's top stars.
Roman Gabriel 1970 Topps Football Insert Poster #3
Shown here with Ronald Reagan the Rams quarterback takes a minute to show a young Rams fan some passing pointers.
Ram QB Roman Gabriel & Ronald Reagan with a Young Rams Fan
The NFL MVP of 1969 he guided the Rams to an 11-3 record along with a Coastal Divisional title. Leading the league with 24 touchdown passes he only threw 7 interceptions in 399 passing attempts.
Roman Gabriel 1969 NFL MVP
Still the All-Time Career Passing leader for the Rams franchise with 154 touchdown passes.
Rams Player 1962-1972 Roman Gabriel
After spending 11 seasons with the Los Angeles Rams Roman Gabriel was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles. The price the Eagles gave up was 2 1st-round draft picks and a 3rd round pick as well as fullback Tony Baker and All-Pro Receiver Harold Jackson.
Roman Gabriel QB Rams NFL
Joining the Eagles in 1973 he had one of the best seasons of his career - leading the NFL with 270 completions, 3219 yards passing and 23 touchdowns. He made the Pro Bowl that season and was named the Comeback Player of the Year.
Eagles Quarterback Roman Gabriel
While at North Carolina State, he was twice selected ACC Player of the Year. He set numerous Wolfpack records passing for 2951 yards and 19 touchdowns. Was 9th in the Heisman Award voting.
North Carolina State Quarterback Roman Gabriel
His career revitalized with Eagles in 1973, Roman Gabriel had the likes of Hall of Fame Receiver Harold Carmichael to throw to. Here the two celebrate after one of Gabriel's 47 touchdowns he threw while in Philadelphia.
Roman Gabriel Celebrates with Receiver Harold Carmichael
Rams Head Coach George Allen with Roman Gabriel
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
After his 11 seasons with the Rams, he was traded to Philadelphia where his career took a positive turn as he led the Eagles to their best record in years. He was named NFL Comeback Player of the Year and made the Pro Bowl.
Roman Gabriel, Philadelphia Eagles
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
First Round draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 1962 where he quarterback for 11 years. Passed for 22,223 yards and 154 touchdowns.
Roman Gabriel
It’s joke he is not in HOF
Gabriel was my childhood hero.
I became a Rams fan in 1968 and still am in present, I became a because of helmet logo and Roman Gabriel was the first QB I Admired the strength in ability staying in the pocket and strong arm in throwing the long pass and if I’m not mistaken I can’t recall him being injured and staying out from playing for a long period, as well as seeing their defense the Fearsome Foursome as they were known to be but all through the good seasons and bad seasons I’ve stayed a fan and never bandwagon my Rams.