[2] After Hornof missed several games due to mononucleosis, Gibler moved up to number two on the depth chart.
[1] In 1980, Gibler remained the team's starting tight end and posted 80 receiving yards in a win over Colorado.
[6] After going unselected in the 1983 NFL draft, Gibler was signed by the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent.
Gibler was also selected in the 18th round (211th overall) of the 1983 USFL Draft by the Chicago Blitz, who traded his rights to the Denver Gold, but opted not to play for them.
[12] In 1985, Gibler was signed by the Orlando Renegades of the United States Football League (USFL), but did not make the final roster.