New York Jets at Houston Oilers 21 to 27
Sunday, September 12, 1965, Week 1The New York Jets played the Houston Oilers in Houston on Sunday, September 12, 1965, Week 1 of the 1965 season. The Oilers won by a score of 27-21.
New York Jets offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 228 | 49 | 179 | 5 | 12 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Offensive Coordinator: Clive Rush Offensive Line Coach: Chuck Knox
Houston Oilers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 292 | 120 | 172 | 5 | 14 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Hugh Taylor Offensive Line Coach: Lou Rymkus, Joe Spencer Offensive Backs Coach: Sammy Baugh Defensive Line Coach: Joe Spencer Defensive Coach: Walt Schlinkman