Roman Gabriel R.I.P.

[booth]

Roman Gabriel passed away Sat. at the age of 83. He played at N.C. State and was MVP of the NFL.

Eagles mourn the passing of Pro Bowl quarterback, philanthropist Roman Gabriel

Gabriel spent five seasons in Philadelphia from 1973-77, winning PFWA Comeback Player of the Year in his first year with the team.

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[sport historian]

I remember when Roman Gabriel was at his best, circa 1967-69. He would stand in the pocket, shaking off rushers and hit a receiver downfield.