The former defensive tackle with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cincinnati Bengals, was 53. His family announced Gibson's death on June 29.

Ahead of the 1999 season, Gibson signed with the Cincinnati Bengals, where he became a full-time starter. He started all 48 games over the next three seasons. In 2002, injuries limited him to nine games, and he returned to a reserve role in 2003 -- his final year in the league.

While there is plenty of excitement for Notre Dame football, on Sunday evening, it was announced that former Irish defensive tackle Oliver Gibson had passed away at 53-years old putting a damper on the good mood.