Kansas City Chiefs at Houston Oilers 26 to 21
Monday, September 9, 1968, Week 1The Kansas City Chiefs played the Houston Oilers in Houston on Monday, September 9, 1968, Week 1 of the 1968 season. The Chiefs won by a score of 26-21.
Kansas City Chiefs offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265 | 61 | 204 | 0 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Hank Stram Offensive Line Coach: William Henry "Bill" Walsh Offensive Ends Coach: Darrel Brewster Offensive Backfield Coach: John Beake Defensive Line Coach: Tom Pratt Defensive Backs Coach: Tom Bettis Assistant Coach: Tommy O'Boyle Strength and Conditioning Coach: Alvin Roy
Houston Oilers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 440 | 385 | 55 | 3 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Wally Lemm Wide Receivers Coach: Fran Polsfoot Offensive Line Coach: F.A. Dry Offensive Backs Coach: Joe Childress Defensive Line Coach: Bud McFadin Defensive Backs Coach: Walt Schlinkman General Coaching: Hugh Devore