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UCF QB puts in work for Giving Tuesday
UCF quarterback John Rhys Plumlee got behind the counter at Huey Magoo's to celebrate Giving Tuesday. He interacted with fans and helped raise proceeds toward a local hospital.
NORMAN, Okla. - Dillon Gabriel has entered the transfer portal.
The standout Oklahoma quarterback announced his decision Monday morning to leave the Sooners program after two years with the team. He has one year of eligibility remaining.
"I have been able to play football for an amazing group of coaches and alongside men who have become my brothers," the redshirt senior said on social media. "More than anything I have grown in faith and love. I appreciate and cherish these memories and relationships forever."
This past season, Gabriel threw for 3,660 yards, 30 touchdowns and six interceptions. He led Oklahoma to a 10-2 season with major wins over Texas, TCU and even the quarterback's former program, UCF.
Gabriel left the Knights in 2021 and entered the transfer portal after suffering a season-ending injury early in the season. He transferred to Oklahoma for the following season, where he reunited with former UCF offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby.
NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 21: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #8 of the Oklahoma Sooners protects the ball as linebacker Kam Moore #30 of the UCF Knights dives to tackle him on a five-yard gain in the first quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on October 21, 2023 in Norman, Oklahoma. Oklahoma won 31-29. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images) NORMAN, OK - NOVEMBER 24: Oklahoma Sooners QB Dillon Gabriel (08) passes the ball during a game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Christian Horned Frogs at Gaylord Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma on November 24, 2023. (Photo by David Stacy/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) bNORMAN, OK - NOVEMBER 24: Oklahoma Sooners QB Dillon Gabriel (08) launches a pass during a game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Christian Horned Frogs at Gaylord Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma on November 24, 2023. (Photo by David Stacy/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) NORMAN, OK - NOVEMBER 24: Oklahoma Sooners QB Dillon Gabriel (08) launches a pass during a game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Christian Horned Frogs at Gaylord Memorial Stadium in Norman, Oklahoma on November 24, 2023. (Photo by David Stacy/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - NOVEMBER 11: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #8 of the Oklahoma Sooners pumps his fist after running for a five-yard touchdown against the West Virginia Mountaineers in the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on November 11, 2023 in Norman, Oklahoma. Dillon ran for three touchdowns and threw for two more. Oklahoma won 59-20. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images) NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 21: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #8 of the Oklahoma Sooners keeps the ball as he is boxed in by linebacker Kam Moore #30 of the UCF Knights for a five-yard gain in the first quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on October 21, 2023 in Norman, Oklahoma. Oklahoma won 31-29. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images) NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 21: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #8 of the Oklahoma Sooners poses for a photo next to his parents, Dori and Garret Gabriel, after a game against the UCF Knights at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on October 21, 2023 in Norman, Oklahoma. Oklahoma won 31-29. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images) NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - OCTOBER 21: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #8 of the Oklahoma Sooners hugs his former teammate, running back Johnny Richardson #0 of the UCF Knights, after their game at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on October 21, 2023 in Norman, Oklahoma. Oklahoma won 31-29. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images) LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY - SEPTEMBER 17: Dillon Gabriel #11 of the UCF Knights throws a pass against the Louisville Cardinals at Cardinal Stadium on September 17, 2021 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 11: Dillon Gabriel #11 of the UCF Knights attempts a pass during warmups against Bethune Cookman Wildcats at the Bounce House on September 11, 2021 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images) ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 02: Dillon Gabriel #11 of the UCF Knights warms up against the Boise State Broncos at the Bounce House on September 2, 2021 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images) NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - NOVEMBER 24: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #8 of the Oklahoma Sooners celebrates after throwing a 53-yard touchdown to wide receiver Brenen Thompson against the TCU Horned Frogs in the second quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on November 24, 2023 in Norman, Oklahoma. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images) MORE FLORIDA SPORTS NEWS:
Lebby was recently announced as the new head coach at Mississippi State after the firing of Zach Arnett near the end of the season.
The Hawaii native's announcement comes days after he was announced as one of 10 finalists for the Manning Award, which recognizes the top quarterback in the country.
Oklahoma and Arizona are scheduled to face off in the Alamo Bowl on Dec. 28.