1980 Houston Oilers season
| 1980 Houston Oilers season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Bum Phillips |
| Home field | Astrodome |
| Results | |
| Record | 11–5 |
| Division place | 2nd AFC Central |
| Playoff finish | Lost Wild Card Game |
The 1980 season was the Houston Oilers' 21st season and their 11th in the National Football League (NFL). The team scored 295 points while the defense gave up 251 points. Their record of 11 wins and 5 losses resulted in a second-place finish in the AFC Central Division. The Oilers appeared twice on Monday Night Football. In their first appearance on Monday Night Football, the Oilers beat the Cleveland Browns 16–7. In their second appearance, the Oilers defeated the New England Patriots 38–34. Earl Campbell led the NFL in rushing for the third consecutive year and have four 200 yard rushing games.
Even though the Oilers recorded more yards, more first downs, and more time of possession, the Raiders scored on big plays to win, 27–7.
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