The Titans beat the Raiders, 23-12, in New York. Bill Mathis led the way for the Titans with 127 yards rushing on 20 carries and two touchdowns. Each team committed six turnovers.

Quarterback Tom Flores was spelled late by Nick Papac after throwing three interceptions.

Defensive tackle Volney Peters re-injured his left calf in the second quarter and the injury was expected to keep him out of the lineup an additional two weeks.