The 1971 Houston Oilers season was the team's 12th season, and second with the National Football League. The Oilers improved on their previous season's output of three victories, winning four games in 1971. They missed the playoffs for the second consecutive season.

The 1971 Oilers are the only team in NFL history to throw three-or-more interceptions in ten different games. (The team was 2–7–1 in those games.)

One of the only bright spots was fifth year safety Ken Houston. Houston, who had the best season of his career, snaged 9 interceptions for 220 yards and 4 touchdowns (all career highs).

Offseason

NFL draft

Roster

Schedule

Standings

Note: Tie games were not officially counted in the standings until 1972.

References


1971 HOUSTON OILERS TEAM ISSUE PHOTO HOUSTON OILERS (NFL) WILLIE

NFL Program Houston Oilers vs. Cincinnati Bengals (October 31, 1971

1971 Football Cards Houston Oilers

(19711979) HOUSTON OILERS DAN PASTORINI AUTOGRAPH 8x10 PHOTO SIGNED

1971 Topps FB 113 Ken Houston ROOKIE (Oilers)