The Raiders lost to the Broncos, 41-12, in the preseason finale in Stockton. Don Heinrich and MC Reynolds split time at quarterback. The Raiders committed six turnovers in the contest.

Six players suffered injuries in the game: cornerback Fred Williamson (concussion), tackle Jim Norris (“possible head injury”), center Jim Otto (pinched nerve in leg), linebacker Charlie Rieves (elbow), defensive back Hank Rivera (dislocated shoulder), and halfback Gene White (knee).