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/ref> upon their previous season's output of 7–9 and missed the playoffs for the third straight season with a 5–11 record. The highlight of the season was first round draft choice Chuck Long’s first pass for a TD against Tampa Bay. Long would start in a Monday Night game against the Chicago Bears.

Offseason

NFL Draft

Roster

Schedule

Season summary

Week 1 at Vikings

Week 6

Standings

References