Ken Stabler
Inducted:
2016
Player Stats
6 ft 3 in (1.91 m)
215 lb (98 kg)
Born:
December 25, 1945
Foley, Alabama, U.S.
Died:
July 8, 2015
Gulfport, Mississippi, U.S.
Position:
Quarterback
College:
Alabama (1964–1967)
Ken Stabler, known as “The Snake,” was one of the most iconic quarterbacks in NFL history. Playing primarily for the Oakland Raiders from 1970 to 1979, Stabler became the perfect leader for John Madden’s aggressive, creative offense. His calm approach, left-handed delivery, and late-game excellence made him one of the league’s most clutch performers. Stabler led the Raiders to victory in Super Bowl XI and earned NFL MVP honors in 1974 after guiding one of the league’s top offenses.
He was known for his accuracy, toughness, and ability to thrive under pressure, producing many memorable comebacks throughout the 1970s. Stabler later played for the Oilers and Saints before retiring in 1984. His leadership and big-game success defined an era of Raiders football. Ken Stabler was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016, securing his place among the game’s most impactful quarterbacks.
Stabler's Awards and Honors
- Super Bowl champion (XI)
- 2× First-team All-Pro (1974, 1976)
- 4× Pro Bowl (1973, 1974, 1976, 1977)
- 2× NFL passing touchdowns leader (1974, 1976)
- 2× NFL completion percentage leader (1973, 1976)
NFL Records
- NFL Most Valuable Player (1974)
- NFL Offensive Player of the Year (1974)
- NFL passer rating leader (1976)
- Known for late-game comebacks and clutch playoff performances
- Signature figure of the Raiders’ 1970s dominance
NFL Teams
Oakland Raiders (1970–1979)
Houston Oilers (1980–1981)
New Orleans Saints (1982–1984)
NFL Draft:
1968: 2nd round, 52nd overall pick
Oakland Raiders
Number Worn:
12, 16
NFL Stats
Seasons:
15 (1970–1984)
Games Played:
184
Game Started:
146
Passing attempts:
3,793
Passing completions:
2,270
Completion percentage:
59.8%
TD–INT:
194–222
Passing yards:
27,938
Passer rating:
75.3