1980 Houston Oilers season
The 1980 Houston Oilers season was the franchise's 21st overall and the 11th in the National Football League. The team scored 295 points while the defense gave up 251 points. Their record of 11 wins and 5 losses resulted in a second-place finish in the AFC Central Division. The Oilers appeared twice on Monday Night Football. In their first appearance on Monday Night Football, the Oilers beat the Cleveland Browns 16–7. In their second appearance, the Oilers defeated the New England Patriots 38–34. Earl Campbell led the NFL in rushing for the third consecutive year and had four 200-yard rushing games.Offseason
NFL draft
Personnel
Staff
Roster
Regular season
Earl Campbell
- In 1980, Earl Campbell had four 200-yard rushing games.
| Date | Opponent | Attempts | Yards | Touchdowns |
| Oct 19 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 33 | 203 | 0 |
| Oct 26 | Cincinnati Bengals | 27 | 202 | 2 |
| Nov 16 | Chicago Bears | 31 | 206 | 0 |
| Dec 21 | Minnesota Vikings | 29 | 203 | 1 |
Schedule
Standings
Postseason
Even though the Oilers recorded more yards, more first downs, and more time of possession, the Raiders scored on big plays to win, 27–7.Awards and records
- Earl Campbell, NFL Rushing Leader,
- Earl Campbell, All-Pro selection 1980
- Earl Campbell, Pro Bowl selection 1980
- Earl Campbell, NEA NFL MVP
- Earl Campbell, NFL Offensive Player of the Year
Milestones
- Earl Campbell, 3rd 1,000-yard rushing season
- Earl Campbell, 3rd NFL Rushing Title
- Earl Campbell, Four 200-yard rushing games
