Under first-year head coach Howard Schnellenberger, the Colts finished with a record of 4 wins and 10 losses, tied for fourth in the AFC East with the New York Jets.
Baltimore was the only team to lose to the Houston Oilers, bowing 31–27 in week eight at home.
Hired in February, Schnellenberger was previously the offensive coordinator with the Super Bowl champion Miami Dolphins,[1] who went undefeated in 1972 under head coach Don Shula.
Running backs (RB) Wide receivers (WR) Tight ends (TE) Defensive linemen (DL) Defensive backs (DB) Special teams
Rookies in italics Before the season, the Colts traded long-time quarterback Johnny Unitas to the San Diego Chargers.