Running backs Wide receivers Tight ends Defensive linemen Defensive backs Special teams Practice squad rookies in italics The Oilers opened the season at Oakland–Alameda County Coliseum and fell behind the Raiders 14–0 in the first quarter.
They scored 17 points the next three quarters, but Daryle Lamonica unloaded a 64-yard touchdown to Warren Wells for the 21–17 Raiders win.
Pete Beathard had one touchdown but also two interceptions [2] The Oilers intercepted Jack Kemp three times and limited him to 99 passing yards as they scored on Alvin Reed's 12-yard touchdown catch, a Roy Gerela field goal, and Hoyle Granger score.
Roy Gerela booted five field goals as the Oilers' home opener at the Astrodome was a 22–10 win over the Dolphins.
The Oilers faced Buffalo for the second time in three weeks and scored a touchdown in each quarter, winning 28–14.