Oakland Raiders at Pittsburgh Steelers 7 to 13

Saturday, December 23, 1972, Divisional Round

The Raiders began their playoff run on the road against the Steelers on Saturday, December 23, 1972. The Steelers won, 13-7 and advanced to play Miami Dolphins. The Raiders finished their season 10-3-1 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.


Oakland Raiders offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
216 78 138 4 13

Coaches

Head Coach: John Madden Wide Receivers Coach: Tom Flores Offensive Line Coach: Oliver Spencer Offensive Backfield Coach: Paul Roach Defensive Line Coach: Tom Dahms Linebackers Coach: Ray Malavasi Defensive Backs Coach: Bob Zeman Special Teams Coach: Joe Scannella


Pittsburgh Steelers offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
252 144 108 1 13

Coaches

Head Coach: Chuck Noll Defensive Coordinator: Bud Carson Quarterbacks Coach: Babe Parilli, Charlie Sumner Wide Receivers Coach: Lionel Taylor Offensive Line Coach: Bob Fry Offensive Backfield Coach: Dick Hoak Defensive Line Coach: George J. Perles Defensive Backs Coach: Charlie Sumner Strength Coach: Lou Riecke