1978 Houston Oilers

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Record: 10-6-0, Finished 2nd in AFC Central Division
NFL Season Summary

Scored 283 points (17.7/g), 14th of 28 in the NFL.
Allowed 298 points (18.6/g), 16th.
Differential of -15 points (-0.9/g), 15th.
Expected W-L: 7.5-8.5.

Takeaway/Giveaway Differential -4 (-0.2/g), 19th.

Simple Rating System: Total -0.4, Offense: -0.6, Defense: 0.2, SoS: 0.5, versus averages of 0.0.

Coached by Bum Phillips

Defensive Coordinator: Ed Biles

Other Notable Asst.: Wade Phillips (Defensive Line)

Training Camp: Angelo State (San Angelo, Texas)

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