 In 1965, Roland led the Tigers to an 8–2–1 record and a victory in the 1966 Sugar Bowl over the Florida Gators, 20–18.That season, he was named the team's captain, was voted a College All-American, and again was on the All-Big Eight team.By being named the captain of the 1965 team, Roland was the first African-American to serve as the captain for any University of Missouri athletic team.