The Chargers thumped the Raiders, 41-10, at Candlestick Park. The Chargers led 34-7 at the half. The Raiders committed seven turnovers (3 lost fumbles, 4 interceptions) and had a punt blocked. They also had just 58 total net yards on offense and just 2 rushing yards. The attendance figure of 12,014 was a new Raiders home record.
Co-owner Robert Osborne, who had suffered a mild heart attack on the 12th, left the game during the second quarter saying he felt “slightly sick”.
Center Jim Otto left the game with a bruised back. Cliff Roberts and Tom Louderback each took a turn at replacing him, but neither performed well. Louderback suffered a concussion during the game, but kept playing despite feeling groggy for about a quarter.
Tackle Willie Smith left the game with a knee injury.
Halfback Wayne Crow injured both his hip and knee, but stayed in the game, as did defensive tackle Hal Smith, who injured his foot.