By Jeremy Kahn

Even though Ken Stabler played for the Oakland Raiders in a different generation, his legacy continues to this day.

Stabler, who played for the Raiders from 1970 until 1979 passed away on Wednesday from complications resulting from Stage 4 Colon Cancer. Stabler was 69 years old at the time of his death.

“The Raiders are saddened by the passing of the great Ken Stabler,” said owner Mark Davis in a statement released by the team. “He was a cherished member of the Raider family and personified what it nests to be a Raider. He wore the Silver and Black with Pride and Poise and will continue to live in the hearts of Raider fans everywhere. Our sincerest thoughts and prayers thoughts and prayers go out to Kenny’s family.”

During his 15-year NFL career, Stabler threw for 27,938 yards, while playing for the Raiders, the Houston Oilers and the New Orleans Saints. He was named the Most Valuable Player of the NFL in 1974.

Stabler was drafted in the second round of the NFL draft in 1968 out of the University of Alabama.