Dallas Texans at Houston Oilers 20 to 17
Sunday, December 23, 1962, ChampionshipThe Oilers played the Texans for the championship on Sunday, December 23, 1962. The Oilers entered the game looking to defend their previous year's championship against the Texans. The Oilers entered the game with a record of 11-3-0, while the Texans entered the game with a record of 11-3-0. The Texans won 20-17 to win the 1962 championship, finishing their championship season with a record of 11-3-0 in the regular season, 1-0 in the playoffs. The Oilers finished their season 11-3-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Dallas Texans offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 237 | 38 | 199 | 1 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Hank Stram Offensive Line Coach: William Henry "Bill" Walsh Offensive Ends Coach: Bob Ghilotti Defensive Backs Coach: Ed Hughes, Tom Catlin
Houston Oilers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359 | 261 | 98 | 5 | 21 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Pop Ivy Offensive Line Coach: Joe Spencer Offensive Coach: Walt Schlinkman Defensive Coach: Neill Armstrong Line Coach: Joe Spencer