Kenny Stabler, the legendary left-handed quarterback, was a true icon of the Oakland Raiders during their dominant years in the 1970s. Known for his cool demeanor under pressure and clutch performances, “The Snake” set franchise records that stood for decades.
By the time he left Oakland after the 1979 season, Stabler held the Raiders’ all-time marks in:
– **Completions (1,486)**
– **Passing Yards (19,078)**
– **Touchdown Passes (150)**
His leadership helped the Raiders win their first Super Bowl (XI) and cemented his place as one of the greatest quarterbacks in franchise history. Though his records were eventually surpassed by later Raiders QBs like Rich Gannon and Derek Carr, Stabler’s legacy as a fearless, gunslinging winner remains unmatched in the hearts of Raiders fans.
Stabler was posthumously inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016, a long-overdue honor for one of the game’s most charismatic and successful quarterbacks. **Just win, baby!** 🏴☠️
