
Art Shell 1979 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #210
Entering 1979 Art Shell was in his 11th season and had a string of 7 straight Pro Bowl appearances going back to 1972 broken by a preseason injury. He did return to start the final 11 games of the year.

Billy Cannon, Oakland Raiders, 1964-1969


Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.

Raiders Gene Upshaw
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.

Raider Ben Davidson shows off Mustache

Ken Stabler
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Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman 1971-1985
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Ben Davidson

The Raiders Bo Jackson

Jim Otto and Daryle Lamonica | Oakland Raiders
Here he sets up to protect quarterback Daryle Lamonica.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Mike Haynes
Oakland Raiders Hall of Fame Defensive Back Mike Haynes

Charlie Smith Touchdown during the Heidi Game of 1968
With Jets defender Mike D'Amato on his heels, Raiders back Charlie Smith (#23) takes in a 43-yard touchdown pass that puts the Raiders ahead of the Jets during the final moments of the "Heidi Game" of 1968.

Oakland Raider Greats Art Shell and Gene Upshaw
2 Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman of the Oakland Raiders dynasty - Art Shell (#78) and Gene Upshaw (#63)

Eric Allen
Eric Allen Oakland Raiders 1997-2001

George Nock 1970 Jets versus Raiders
He was drafted in the 16th round by the New York Jets in 1969 after staring on the legendary teams of Morgan State on the late 1960s. Played 4 seasons with the Jets. His best year was in 1970 when he rushed for 402 yards and 5 touchdowns. His top game that year came against the Minnesota Vikings when he ran for 117 yards and a touchdown. That was the game he set a Jets record with 32 carries on the day.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Ted Hendricks 1981 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card
His 6th season making the Pro Bowl 1981 was his 13th in the NFL.

Bob Brown NFL Hall of Fame
10-Year NFL Veteran. 6 Pro Bowls, 5 All-Pro Tewams

Fred Biletnikoff
Portrait of Oakland Raider Great Fred Biletnikoff

Ken Stabler
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The Raiders Gene Upshaw

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Mike Haynes 1991 Oakland Raiders Pro Set Legends Football Card #697
One of the NFL's top cornerbacks during his 14-year career with Patriots ((1976-1982) and Raiders (1983-1989). Haynes was top active pass interceptor in AFC at time of his retirement in 1992. Earned Pro Bowl notice each of his 5 seasons in the league and 9 times in an 11-year span from 1976-1986. Made impact as rookie in 1976 after being selected by Patriots with the NFL's 5th overall draft choice. Intercepted 8 passes and was named AFC Rookie of the Year that season. Returned 6 picks in 1984 for a league leading 220 yards - including a 97-yard touchdown against the Dolphins. Also an effective punt returner scoring 2 touchdowns and averaging 13.5 YPR as a rookie. Had 10.4-yard average on 112 returns in his career. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1997.
Here he is honored in the 1991 Pro Set Legends Card Set.

Willie Brown Hall of Fame

Willie Davis beats Jim Otto and Dumps Daryle Lamonica

Barty Smith gets around Ted Hendricks
Packer fullback Barty Smith carries against Ted Hendricks and the Oakland Raider defense in this Green Bay-Oakland clash in 1976.

Daryle Lamonica sets up to pass behind Jim Otto
2 of the old AFL's greats - Raiders Daryle Lamonica & Jim Otto

Marcus Allen carries against the Denver Broncos Defense in 1985
Los Angeles Raiders runner Marcus Allen (#32) finds himself surrounded a trio of Broncos in this Raiders/Broncos action in 1985. Broncos pictured above are Linebacker Steve Busick (#58), Nose Tackle Rubin Carter (#68) & Safety Dennis Smith (#49).

Greg Townsend

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Jim Plunkett Portrait

Gene Upshaw blocking for quarterback Daryle Lamonica
Daryle Lamonica (#3) & Gene Upshaw (#63)

Brad Van Pelt Tackles Craig James
After 11 seasons with the New York Giants Pro Bowl Linebacker joined the Los Angeles Raiders for the 1984 and 1985 seasons. He started 23 games, nabbed 2 interception and recorded 5 sacks.

Don Maynard and Warren Powers in 1966 AFL Action
The Jets Wide receiver battles with Raiders defender Warren Powers for the ball in 1966 AFL action

Ben Davidson Oakland Raiders
Ben Davidson

Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.

Oakland Raider George Atkinson
Oakland Raider George Atkinson played 12 at the position of Strong Safety in the NFL

Raiders Offense - Pete Banazak, Daryle Lamonica and Jim Otto
Up against the defense of the Houston Oilers.

Raiders Defensive End Ben Davidson
Originally a 4th round draft pick of the New York Giants in 1961, Ben Davidson spent time with the Green Bay Packers and Washington Redskins before joining the Oakland Raiders in 1964. He stayed with the Raiders until 1971.

Ken Stabler
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Marcus Allen 1982 NFL Rookie of the Year
A 1st Round Draft from USC Allen was selected as the Offensive Rookie of the Year for the 1982 season. That year he led the NFL in Rushing touchdowns with 11.

Ken Stabler

Ted Hendricks

Greg Townsend

Marcus Allen Raiders & Karl Mecklenburg of the Broncos
Two greats of the NFL of the 1980s. Hall of Famer Marcus Allen give veteran Broncos linebacker Karl Mecklenburg a straight arm as he tries to escape the defenders grasp. Allen rushed for over 12,200 yards and 123 touchdowns in his 16-year career while Mecklenburg accounted for over 1100 tackles in his 12-year career.

Charlie Smith & Jim Harvey of the Raiders, Randy Beverly & Al Atkinson of the Jets during the AFL Heidi Game of 1968
Raiders runner Charlie Smith powers through Jet defenders Al Atkinson (#62) and Randy Beverly (#42) during the 1968 "Heidi Game" of 1968. Smith scored twice during the Raiders win.

Ben Davidson, Oakland Raiders Defensive End

Ken Stabler

Ronnie Lott 1991 Los Angeles Raiders Pro Set Football Card #546
In 1991 he left the 49ers and and joined the Raiders through. Had an outstanding season leading the league with 8 interceptions, making the Pro Bowl for the 10th time and the All Pro Team for the 6th time.

Ted Hendricks

James Lofton

Daryle Lamonica

George Blanda and Jim Otto of the Oakland Raiders
There's over 40 years of old school football here. George Blanda (#16) played from 1949 to 1975 - that's a total of 26 seasons. Center Jim Otto (#00) put in 15, playing from 1960 to 1975.

Ken Stabler

Dave Casper in 1978 with a touchdown catch against the Chargers
Raiders Hall of Fame tight end Dave Casper scores in 1978 against the San Diego Chargers. 1978 was Casper's 3rd straight All Pro season. Also pictured for the Chargers are defensive back Glen Edwards (#27), defensive end Leroy Jones (#68) & defensive lineman Charles DeJurnett (#73).

Jim Plunkett Raiders QB 1978-1986

Daryle Lamonica rushed by Turkey Jones
Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica (#3) gets the pass off under pressure from Browns lineman Turkey Jones (#80).

Ben Davidson

Ken Stabler

George Blanda Kicking as Kenny Stabler Holds in 1975
2 of Pro Footballs All-Time Greats. Kenny Stabler holds while the timeless George Blanda kicks the winning fieldgoal in the 1975 overtime win over Washington.

Dave Casper

Willie Brown

Ken Stabler
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Deacon Jones against the Raiders Bob Brown in 1971
1971 action - going up against Bob Brown, the Pro Bowl tackle of the Raiders.

Oakland Raiders QB Jim Plunkett
Considering both regular and post season, he is credited with 80 wins and 74 losses - that's a win percentage of just 51.9%. But 2 of those victories are Super Bowls.

Bob Brown snarling on the Raiders sidelines

Willie Brown interception against Pittsburgh in the 1973 AFC Playoffs
Raiders DB Willie Brown nabs a Terry Bradshaw pass in the 3rd quarter of the 1973 AFC playoffs. He returned this pick 54 yards for a score to give Oakland a 23-7 lead.

Mike Haynes
Oakland Raiders Hall of Fame Defensive Back Mike Haynes

Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman 1971-1985
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Greg Townsend LA Raiders
A 2-time Pro Bowler and a 4-Time All Pro, Townsend scored a total of 3 touchdowns (2 on interceptions and 1 on a fumble recovery) during his 13 seasons with the Raiders.
Here he is chasing down Giant Quarterback Phil Simms.

Jim Plunkett Raiders Quarterback

Jim Otto Lead Blocking in 1962
The Oakland Raiders sporting their black uniforms in 1962. Legendary All-AFL Center Jim Otto (#00) leads the way for runner Bo Roberson (#40). Other Raiders pictured are longtime lineman Wayne Hawkins (#65) and Dan Ficca (#69). The tangled-up Charger is none other than the great Ernie Ladd (#77).

Eric Allen
Eric Allen Oakland Raiders 1997-2001

George Atkinson Oakland Raider Defensive Back

Trace Armstrong as a Raider
After 6 seasons with the Doplphins he went to the Raiders to finish out the last 3 years of his 15 year career.

Jim Otto Catches a Pass
He even managed a pass reception - in the 1972 playoff game against the Steelers.

Ben Davidson & Gus Otto of the Raiders Zero in on Bills Rookie Bobby Burnett
AFL action, probably from 1966. Bills Rookie runner Bobby Burnett (#21) tries to get outside of Raiders defenders Gus Otto (#34) and Ben Davidson (#83).

Mike Haynes 1989 LA Raiders Pro Set Football Card #462
Hall of Famer Mike Haynes last season of a 14-year career, 7 seasons as a Patriot and 7 as a Raider. When he retired in 1989 he ranked #12 on the Raiders All Time Interception list with 18. His 28 as a Patriot was still #4 for that franchise.

Ted Hendricks

Jim Otto Oakland Raiders 1960-1974


Bo Jackson

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Willie Brown & Monte Johnson, Raiders vs Tony Reed, Chiefs in 1978
"Old Man Willie" Brown is shown here in 1978 with linebacker Monte Johnson. 1978 was Willie Brown's 16th and final year in the NFL. In 1984 he was inducted into the Hall of Fame.

Ted Hendricks

Raiders Receiver Fred Biletnikoff
After 14 seasons with the Raiders he left in 1978 as Oakland's All Time Leading Receiver in franchise history. Today he is still the #2 All Time Leading Receiver with 589 catches, 8974 yards and 76 touchdowns.

Ken Stabler
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1978 Topps Card #333 | 1977 NFL Rushing Leaders Walter Payton and Mark van Eeghen -
The league's rushing leaders of 1977 published in the 1978 Topps set. Raider Mark van Eeghen had 1273 yards while the Bears Walter Payton had 1852.

Ken Stabler
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Jim Otto Protects Daryle Lamonica Against Houston
The Hall of Fame Center sets up to protect team mate Daryle Lamonica.

Fred Biletnikoff and Ken Stabler

Fred Biletnikoff 1979 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #305
Despite being released by the Raiders before the 1979 season Topps still had a card made for him. This being his last card, he finished his 14-year career with 589 catches, 8974 yards and 76 touchdown catches.

Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Eric Allen
Eric Allen Oakland Raiders 1997-2001

Daryle Lamonica is sacked by Gerry Philbin & Carl McAdams in 1968
From the Jets-Raiders Heidi game of 1968 - Jets lineman Gerry Philbin and Carl McAdams sack Raiders QB Daryle Lamonica

Ken Stabler
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Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.

Jim Otto, Raiders All AFL Center
The only All League center the AFL ever had - Raider Jim Otto.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Greg Townsend 1991 Los Angeles Raiders Pro Set Card #195
A Pro Bowler in 1991 - his 9th season with the Raiders, he led the Los Angeles defense with 13 sacks.

Daryle Lamonica under pressure from Henry Jordan of the Packers
The Raiders quarterback gets the pass off under some heat from Packer defensive lineman Henry Jordan (#74)

Marcus Allen on his Super Bowl XVIII Touchdown Run
LA Raiders runner Marcus Allen (#32) out runs the Redskins defense on this 3rd quarter 74-yard touchdown run in Super Bowl XVIII to put the Raiders ahead 35-9 and effectively dashing any hopes of a Washington comeback.

Early 1970s Oakland Raiders Marv Hubbard, Bob Brown & Daryle Lamonica
Raiders - early 1970s. Pictured are running back Marv Hubbard (at far left), offensive tackle Bob Brown (center), quarterback Daryle Lamonica (background) and tight end Bob Moore (foreground)

Ray Guy

The Raiders Charlie Smith Runs Through the Dolphins Defense

Oakland Raiders Center Jim Otto
The only All-League Center the AFL ever had. Considered by many to be one of the best offensive lineman ever.

Dave Casper Tackled by Autry Beamon

George Blanda sets up to pass behind Jim Otto and Charlie Smith | 1970 Raiders
The immortal George Blanda in 1970 get behind the blocking of center Jim Otto (#00) and runner Charlie Smith (#23). Pictured here Blanda is 44 years old. And while he still saw just spot duty, he still managed to throw 6 touchdowns.
Oh, and he still played another 5 years in the NFL.

Ben Davidson

Billy Cannon makes a catch against Mike D 'Amato in the 1968 Jets & Raiders Heidi Game of 1968
Raiders Tight End Billy Cannon makes a catch against Jets rookie Mike D'Amato in the 1968 Heidi game. Cannon had 3 catches for 89 yards including a 48-yard touchdown in the Raiders come-from-behind win.

Greg Townsend Raiders
A veteran of 12 seasons with the Raiders, Townsend led the team in sacks every year from 1987 to 1991.

Kenny Stabler 1976 Oakland Raiders
Kenny Stabler sets up to pass. Clarence Davis, #28, runs his route in 1976 NFL action.

#00, Jim Otto
Raiders great Jim Otto. 15 year professional career, he played in a grand total of 308 regular season and playoff games.

Art Shell 1991 Los Angeles Raiders Pro Set 1990 Coach of the Year Football Card #4
After leading the Raiders to a 12-4 mark, an AFC West Division title and a trip to the AFC Championship he was named the 1990 NFL Coach of the Year.

Marcus Allen Oakland Raider Running Back
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Dave Casper

Raiders Legend George Atkinson
George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979

Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Dave Casper

Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.

Ted Hendricks

Ben Davidson
being mean to Namath

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman 1971-1985
Lyle Alzado

Jim Otto

Greg Townsend 1988 Los Angeles Raiders Topps NFL Football Trading Card #338
His 1988 Topps card - led the Raiders with 11.5 sacks.

Dave Casper, Hall of Fame Tight End
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George Atkinson
George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979

Willie Brown

Mike Haynes
Oakland Raiders Hall of Fame Defensive Back Mike Haynes

Jim Otto drawing in the 1966 issue of Pro Football Almanac
This drawing of All-AFL center Jim Otto is the featured image of the article previewing the Oakland Raiders in the 1966 issue of Pro Football Almanac. As far as the #66 player - the Raiders didn't have a #66 on the 1966 roster.

Raiders Quarterback Daryle Lamonica
The Raiders Quarterback from 1967 to 1964. Stills ranks #4 on the Raiders All-Time Passing Yards List with 16655 yards.

Lyle Alzado, Defensive Lineman Oakland Raiders

Kenny Stabler 1979 Monday Night Football vs Saints
The Snake stands and delivers during the 1979 rally against the Saints on Monday Night Football. Down 14-35 in the third quarter he led the Raiders to 4 second-half scores (with 3 touchdown passes) to finish with 42-35 win.

Kenny Stabler, Raiders South Paw Quarterback

Kenny Stabler Raiders QB in 1979
The Raiders Hall of Fame quarterback shown here in 1979.

Ben Davidson

The Raiders Mark van Eeghen

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver Fred Biletnikoff played for the Oakland Raiders from 1965 to 1978

Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Gene Upshaw, Oakland Raiders
Raiders Hall of Famer Gene Upshaw

Ken Stabler and Jim Otto
2 of the icons of the Oakland Raider Glory days. Quarterback Ken Stabler and Center Jim Otto.

Ron McDole of the Bills and Raiders quarterback Daryle Lamonica in 1967
From 1967 action - Dan Archer (#78) keeps Bills tackle Ron McDole (#72) away long enough for Quarterback Daryle Lamonica to get the pass off.

Greg Townsend

Sam Cunningham Runs through Raiders Defense

Art Shell Oakland Raiders 1968-1982
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Daryle Lamonica, Hewritt Dixon and Jim Otto of the Oakland Raiders
Raiders from the 1960s - quarterback Daryle Lamonica (#3), running back Hewritt Dixon (#35) and center Jim Otto (#00).

Marcus Allen Oakland Raiders
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Ken Stabler

Willie Brown

Dave Casper, Hall of Fame Tight End
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Lyle Alzado, Oakland Raiders 1982-1985
After playing for the Denver Broncos and Cleveland Browns All-Pro defensive lineman Lyle Alzado spent the last 4 of his 15 year NFL career with The Oakland Raiders

Ray Guy 1975 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Trading Card #435
1975 Topps - made his 3rd straight Pro Bowl while leading the league with a 43.8 Average-Yards-Per-Punt.

John Matuszak sacks Terry Bradshaw in the 1980 Steelers-Raiders game
Big John Matuszak gets to Terry Bradshaw in the 1980 showdown between Pittsburgh and Oakland. Bradshaw was sacked 4 times as Oakland went on to a 45-34 win.

Eric Dickerson
As a Raider in 1992, his only season with them. The Hall of Famer had 729 yards, 2 touchdowns and averaged 3.9 YPC.

Jim Otto 1970 Oakland Raiders Topps NFL Football Card #116
His 11th year with Oakland, 1970 saw the first season of the NFL/AFL merger and Otto was named 1st-Team All Pro.

Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.

James Lofton
After leaving the Packers in 1986, James Lofton spent 2 seasons with the Oakland Raiders.

Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.

Lyle Alzado Tackles Chuck Muncie
Lyle Alzado finished hid long NFL career with 4 years as an Raider and a Super Bowl win in 1983 against the Washington Redskins.

Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.

Oakland Raiders All Pro Gene Upshaw
The 7-time Pro Bowler played 15 seasons for the Oakland Raiders.

Ken Stabler
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Kenny Stabler under Pressure
Raiders Quarterback Kenny Stabler under pressure from Colts linebacker Ed Simonini

Gene Upshaw, Oakland Raiders Offensive Guard
Hall of Fame Class of 1987.

Dave Casper

Mike Haynes vs Dwight Clark
Taking on San Francisco 49er receiver Dwight Clark.

Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.

Floyd Little returns against the Raiders
He was very active as Kick and Punt returner during his career. Averaged 11.0 yards on 81 Punt returns and 24.3 on 104 Kick Returns. Also pictured is #37, Jacque MacKinnon during his sole year as a Raider after 9 seasons with the Chargers.

Matt Snell carries outside Ben Davidson and the Oakland Raiders Defense in 1964
Jets rookie Matt Snell (#41) rounds the corner against Ben Davidson (#83) and the rest of the Raiders defense in their first encounter of the 1964 AFL season. Snell, the Jets 1st round pick that season, had a big day rushing for 168 yards and 2 touchdowns in a 35-14 Jets win.

Jim Otto

Jim Otto
Most Honored Raider in Team History. Had 210 consecutive starts (most in team history) at center for Oakland. Chosen to 10 All Pro (AFL All League) teams and 12 Pro Bowls. The AFL's Hall of Fame Center he was inducted into the Professional Football Hall of Fame in 1980.

Daryle Lamonica, Oakland Raiders Quarterback in Super Bowl II
The Raiders signal caller in Super Bowl II against the NFL champs Green Bay Packers.

Jim Otto

Jim Otto

Gene Upshaw Oakland Raiders Left Guard
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.

Ken Stabler

Fred Biletnikoff 1970 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #85
His 6th season with the Raiders. Led the team with 45 catches. Named to the 1970 Pro Bowl - the first Pro Bowl of the newly merged league.

Jim Otto Raiders Offensive Lineman
Seen here on the Raider offensive line alongside fellow Hall of Famers Gene Upshaw and Ken Stabler.

Eric Dickerson
As a Raider in 1992, his only season with them. The Hall of Famer had 729 yards, 2 touchdowns and averaged 3.9 YPC.

Greg Townsend

Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.

Bo Jackson 1991 LA Raiders Pro Set Platinum Football Card #136
Featured in the 1991 Pro Set Platinum Series after a Pro Bowl year the previous season. Unfortunately he suffered a career ending hip injury against the Bengals in the 1990 AFC Divisional playoff round.

Herb Adderley Super Bowl II Touchdown
All Raiders Jim Otto (#00) and Daryle Lamonica (#3) can do is watch as Herb Adderley returns a 60-yard 4th quarter interception for a touchdown to secure a win for the Packers in Super Bowl II.

Oakland Raiders Defender Mike Haynes
The Oakland Raiders Defender returns an interception against Seattle.

Abner Haynes Runs Through the Raiders Defense in 1962
Texans runner Abner Haynes (#28), runs through the Oakland Raiders defense in 1962 AFL action. Also pictured are Raiders defensive players Charley Powell (#87), Alex Bravo (#47), Bob Garner (#28), and Riley Morris (#55). Texans pictured with Haynes - fullback Bo Dickinson (#32) & lineman Jon Gilliam (#65).

Greg Pruitt
He joined Oakland in 1982 where he was used primarily as kick and punt returner. When he led the league in punt returns and punt return yards in 1983 he was named to his 4 Pro Bowl.

Jim Otto

Charlie Smith

Dave Casper

Fred Biletnikoff one-handed touchdown catch against Miami in the 1974 AFC Playoffs
Even with his right arm held Fred Biletnikoff makes a big touchdown catch against the Dolphins Tim Foley to put the Raiders up 14-10 in the Divisional Round of the 1974 AFC Playoffs. Oakland went on to win 28-26.

Raiders Quarterback Daryle Lamonica in 1969
From the 1969 game against the Jets where he completed 19 of 28 passes for 333 yards and 2 touchdowns. The Raiders won 27-14

Jim Otto
Playing at the University of Miami he was overlooked by the NFL but was chosen by the proposed Minneapolis franchise of the newly formed American Football League. When the Minneapolis club failed to materialize his playing rights went to the Oakland franchise by default. After which he was the starting center for the Raiders for the next 15 seasons and 210 games. He handled the snapping duties for 7 Divisional Championships, and AFL Championship and a Super Bowl. He retired in 1974.

Billy Cannon 1968 Oakland Raiders Topps Card
The Heisman Trophy Award winner from LSU in 1958, Billy Cannon played the entire duration of the AFL from 1960-1970. He played tight end for the Oakland Raiders 6 of those years.

Dave Casper

Gene Upshaw Warren Wells
Gene Upshaw and Warren Wells

Kenny Stabler Raiders Hall Of Fame Quarterback
A 1st-team Pro Bowler for 1973. Completed 62.7% of 260 pass attempts for 1997 yards and 14 touchdowns.

Oakland Raider Lineman Ben Davidson

Dave Casper

Daryle Lamonica Scores

Ke Stabler TD Pass Against Miami in the 1974 AFC Playoffs
With Dolphins lineman Vern den Herder (#83) literally on his heels Raiders QB Ken Stabler launches a desperation pass into the endzone late in the 4th quarter of the opening round of the 1974 AFC playoff game against Miami. With 35 seconds left The Snake scrambled and, while falling, connected with Clarence Davis in the endzone for an 8-yard score to put the Raiders on top 28-26. Raider #78 behind Stabler is Hall of Famer Art Shell.

Marcus Allen 1982 Rookie of the Year
The 1982 NFL Rookie of the Year - scored a league-high 14 touchdowns (11 rushing & 3 receiving) during the strike shortened season of 9 games.

Oakland Raider Greats Art Shell and Gene Upshaw
2 Hall of Fame Offensive Lineman of the Oakland Raiders dynasty - Art Shell (#78) and Gene Upshaw (#63)

Billy Cannon 1967 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #109
Much heralded in his younger years in the AFL the former Heisman Award winner had moved to a quieter role with Oakland by 1967. Nevertheless he was chosen All-AFL this season after 32 catches and 10 touchdowns.

Daryle Lamonica 1970 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Trading Card #50
Started all 14 games for the Raiders leading them to an AFL Western Division title and a trip to the AFL title game. 22 touchdown passes and 2516 passing yards.

Kenny Stabler and John Madden

Willie Brown Super Bowl Interception
Raider defender Willie Brown had only 1 interception during the 1976 playoffs but it was a big one. His 75-yard TD return of Fran Tarkenton in the 4th quarter of Super Bowl XI killed any hopes of a Viking comeback.

Bubba Smith 1975 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #33
1975 Topps - But he wasn't with the Raiders in 1975. He was released just prior to the season starting and ended up with the Oilers. He stayed in Houston through 1976 before leaving Pro Ball.

Jim Otto

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Billy Joe Hobart Raiders NFL
Billy Joe Hobart

Jim Otto Center Oakland Raiders

Art Shell Oakland Raiders, 1968 to 1982

Raiders running Back Marcus Allen
The Hall of Famer still holds the best ever rushing season for the Raiders franchise - his 1759 yards in 1984 has yet to be topped.

Raiders Punter Ray Guy

George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979

Dave Casper

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Lyle Alzado, Raiders Defensive End 1982 to 1985
The PFWA Comeback Player of 1982 when he joined the Raiders. Stayed 4 seasons and won a Super Bowl.

Jim Otto

Fred Biletnikoff
AFL Receiver Fred Biletnikoff

Willie Brown tackles Lynn Swann
The Raiders Willie Brown takes down Steelers Receiver Lynn Swann

Ken Stabler and John Madden of the Oakland Raiders
John Madden coached the Raiders for 10 seasons and never had a losing year. His winning percentage was .759. Ken Stabler was his quarterback for 6 of those seasons and 59 victories including a Super Bowl victory in 1976.

George Atkinson, Strong Saftey 1968-1979
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The Raiders Willie Brown

Gene Upshaw Raiders
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.

Ray Guy, Oakland Raiders Punter 1973-1986
14 years as a Raider - inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2014.

Dave Casper, Hall of Fame Tight End
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Ted Hendricks

Dave Casper

Marcus Allen 1990 Los Angeles Raiders Action Packed All Madden Team Football Card #28
Named to the 1990 All Madden Team. His 9th year in the NFL he had 194 touches, 871 Total Yards and 13 touchdowns.

Billy Cannon, Oakland Raiders, 1964-1969
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Fred Biletnikoff and Ken Stabler

Eric Dickerson of the Los Angeles Raiders
One year as a Raider - in 1992 he rushed for 729 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Dave Casper

Jim Otto 1972 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #86
On this 1972 Topps card. 1972 was his 13th season as a professional football player and it was his 12th and final season as a NFL Pro Bowler/AFL All Star.

Ken Stabler

Daryl Lamonica is Harassed by George Gross & Bob Petrich of the Chargers
Daryl Lamonica (#12) looks like he's about to lose something as George Gross (#79) and Bob Petrich (#85) press the issue. Dick Hudson (#79) gives his best "Lookout" block.

Dave Casper, Raiders Tight End Super Bowl XI
The Raiders Tight End had 4 catches and a touchdown in the Super Bowl XI victory over the Vikings

Ken Stabler, Dave Dalby and Gene Upshaw | 1977 Oakland Raider Pro Bowlers
3 of the 6 Pro Bowlers the Raiders from the 1977 season - quarterback Ken Stabler (#12), center Dave Dalby (#50) and guard Gene Upshaw (#70).

Willie Davis & Ron Kostelnik sack Daryle Lamonica in Super Bowl II
Packers dominate the Raiders in Super Bowl II. Willie Davis crashes through to smother Oakland quarterback Daryle Lamonica. Davis had 3 sacks in Green Bay's win. Also seen are Packer's defensive lineman Ron Kostelnik (#77) and Raiders guard Wayne Hawkins (#65).

Gene Upshaw Oakland Raiders 1967-1981
Former 1st-round draft pick out of Texas A&I by the Oakland Raiders. Considered one of the dominating offensive line man of the 1960s and 1970s. Played 15 seasons in Oakland, making 7 Pro Bowls and 5 All-Pro teams. In ducted into the Hall of Fame in 1987.

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Ben Davidson Pressures Dolphin QB George Wilson
Raider Ben Davidson applies pressure to Dolphin QB George Wilson

Ted Hendricks

Left Handed QB Kenny Stabler

Ben Davidson

Bob Brown Raiders Offensive Tackle from 1971 to 1973
The Hall of Fame tackle spent the final 3 years of his 10-year NFL career as a Raider, making the Pro Bowl in 1971. Here he is pitted against fellow Hall of Famer Deacon Jones as a Charger.

Raider Defensive Lineman Lyle Alzado
Oakland Raider Defender Lyle Alzado (#77) gets in on the stop of a Miami Dolphins runner.

Daryle Lamonica Passes Over the Chiefs Aaron Brown
Daryle Lamonica gets a passes over the Chiefs Aaron Brown.

Willie Davis and Henry Jordan Pressure Daryle Lamonica

Ken Stabler
A 2nd round pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1968 after a brilliant collegiate career at Alabama he would play 10 years in Oakland earning 4 Pro Bowls, the 1974 NFL MVP Award, the 1976 Bert Bell Award, an NFL Championship in 1976 and a spot on the All-1970s NFL team.

Ronnie Lott
One of the most prolific Defensive Secondary Players in NFL History. Ronnie Lott was a 10-Time Pro Bowler and Hall of Fame Inductee.

Fred Biletnikoff and Raider Quarterback Daryle Lamonica

Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

The Raiders Ben Davidson Sacks Dolphins QB Bob Griese in 1970
Big Ben has a Big Ol' hug for Dolphins quarterback Bob Griese in this Raiders/Dolphins showdown in 1970.


Daryle Lamonica

Willie Brown

Jim Otto
Playing at the University of Miami he was overlooked by the NFL but was chosen by the proposed Minneapolis franchise of the newly formed American Football League. When the Minneapolis club failed to materialize his playing rights went to the Oakland franchise by default. After which he was the starting center for the Raiders for the next 15 seasons and 210 games. He handled the snapping duties for 7 Divisional Championships, and AFL Championship and a Super Bowl. He retired in 1974.

Willie Brown 75 Yard Touchdown Interception Return in Super Bowl XI
in one of Super Bowl Histories big moments Raiders Hall of Fame cornerback Willie Brown returns an interception 75 yards for a touchdown to end Vikings hopes for a comeback in Super Bowl XI.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Ken Stabler
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Jim Otto 1965 Oakland Raiders Topps Card
From 1965 - That year his Raiders finished 2nd in the AFL's Western Division as he was named the 1st Team All-League Center.

Marcus Allen Raiders
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.

Ken Stabler

Billy Joe Hobart Oakland Raiders Quarterback
Billy Joe Hobart

Jim Otto

Marcus Allen NFL Hall of Fame Raider
A veteran of 16 NFL seasons between the Oakland Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs. Marcus Allen rushed for over 12,200 yards and 123 touchdowns.
His many awards include:
1982 Offensive Rookie of the Year
1983 Super Bowl MVP
1985 NFL MVP
1985 NFL Offensive Player of the Year
1993 NFL Comeback Player of the Year

The Raiders Charlie Smith scores on 43 yard touchdown against the Jets in 1968 Heidi Game
Raiders rookie Charlie Smith breaks out on a short pass from Daryle Lamonica and goes 43 yards to score the go-ahead touchdown the nation missed during the 1968 Raiders-Jets "Heidi" game.

Ben Davidson Oakland Raider Defensive Lineman

Joe Namath, Winston Hill and Ben Davidson in the 1968 Heidi Game
From the Heidi Game of 1968 - Winston Hill barely manages to keep Oakland Raiders defensive end Ben Davidson off of Jets quarterback Joe Namath.

Fred Biletnikoff makes a catch against the Broncos Tom Jackson
As if by magic the football just seems to "stick" to his hand as Raiders Hall of Fame receiver Fred Biletnikoff makes the catch with Broncos great Tom Jackson all over him.

Lyle Alzado, NFL Defensive Lineman 1971-1985

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Ray Guy Hall of Fame Raiders Punter

Ben Davidson

Mike Haynes versus Steve Largent
Hall of Fame Defensive back Mike Haynes of the Oakland Raiders battles Hall of Fame Receiver Steve Largent of the Seattle Seahawks

Fred Biletnikoff
Oakland Raider Receiver Fred Biletnikoff

Ben Davidson NFL Raiders

Raiders NFL Marcus Allen
11 years with the Oakland Raiders.
8545 Rushing yards
79 Rushing Touchdowns
4.1 yards-per-carry
446 Catches
4258 Yards Receiving
9.5 Yards-per-catch
18 Receiving Touchdowns

Marcus Allen's 74 Yard Touchdown Run in Super Bowl XVIII
After shaking off the efforts of Redskin defender Ken Coffey Allen rips offs a record setting 74-yard touchdown run id Super Bowl XVIII.

Jim Otto 1971 Oakland Raiders Topps NFL Football Card #151
His 1971 Topps card - started all 14 games for Oakland and made the Pro Bowl as the back-up center for the AFC.

Ken Stabler
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Willie Brown Defends Against Chip Meyers of the Bengals
Willie Brown defends agains long-time veteran receiver Chip Meyers of the Cincinnati Bengals.

Willie Brown

Ken Stabler

Rod Woodson
After an incredible career with the Steelers and Ravens Rod Woodson joined the Raiders in 2002. In his first year with Oakland he led the NFL with 8 interceptions and was named All-Pro.

Ken Stabler
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Marcus Allen
16-year NFL veteran Marcus Allen was a First Round Draft Pick of the Oakland Raiders in 1982 from USC. During his time in professional football he rushed for 12243 yards and 123 touchdowns. He is still #13 on the All-Time Career List for Yards Rushing and #3 for Rushing Touchdowns.

Marcus Allen
Ranked as #72 on The Sporting New top 100 Greatest Football Players, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame Receiver, Oakland Raiders 1965-1978

Ben Davidson

Ken Stabler in 1973 - Oakland Raiders vs the NY Giants
Raiders QB Kenny Stabler passes over the on-coming rush of Giants defensive lineman Bob Goich (#68) & Carter Campbell (#79) in 1973. Stabler had 2 touchdown passes as the Raiders thrashed New York 42-0. Also seen is Raiders tackle John Vella (#75)

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Sam Cunningham, Andy Johnson of the Patriots and Jack Tatum of the Raiders
Pariots runner Sam Cunningham goes up an over behind the blocking of Andy Johnson (#32) as Raiders hit-man Jack Tatum moves in.

Jim Plunkett, Raiders Quarterback

Mike Lucci & Jerry Rush of the Lions and Jim Otto & Charlie Smith of the Raiders
Raiders and Lions play right after the NFL/AFL merger in 1970. The Lions won 28-14.
Pictured are Jim Otto (#00), Jerry Rush (#82), Mike Lucci (#53) & Charlie Smith (#23).

Gene Upshaw 1979 Oakland Raiders Topps Football Card #260
His 1979 Topps card and 13th season in the NFL. Started all 16 games.

Marcus Allen Rookie 1982
The 1982 Offensive Rookie of the Year averaged 4.4 yards-per-carry with 697 yards rushing in a strike shortened season. He also had a league leading 14 total touchdowns and 1098 yards-from-scrimmage.

Art Shell
15 year Hall of Fame offensive tackle for the Oakland Raiders. Joined the team as a 3rd round draft pick in 1968 out of Maryland-Eastern Shore and played until 1982. Won 2 Super Bowls and made 8 Pro Bowls as well as 2 All Pro Teams. Named to the All-1970s Hall of Fame team. Spent a total of 7 seasons as the Raiders Head Coach finishing with a 52-56 record. Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1989.

Fred Biletnikoff
Hall of Fame receiver Fred Biletnikoff played 14 years in the AFL and NFL for the Oakland Raiders from 1965 to 1978.

Ken Stabler
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