The season began with the team trying to improve on their 6–6–2 record from 1966 under head coach Weeb Ewbank.
Third year quarterback Joe Namath had the best season of his career becoming the first quarterback in pro football history to throw for 4,000 yards in a season (he threw for 4,007 yards).
In addition, Namath also posted career highs in touchdown passes (26) and interceptions (28).
Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams Note: Tie games were not officially counted in the standings in the AFL.
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