| 1987 Houston Oilers season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Jerry Glanville |
| General manager | Ladd Herzeg |
| Owner | Bud Adams |
| Home field | Astrodome |
| Results | |
| Record | 9–6 |
| Division place | 2nd AFC Central |
| Playoff finish | Lost AFC Divisional Playoff (Broncos) 34-10 |
The 1987 season Houston Oilers season was the team's 28th overall and the 18th in the National Football League (NFL).
Oilers kicker Tony Zendejas won the game with a 42-yard field goal 8:05 into overtime. Although Houston outgained Seattle with 427 total offensive yards to 250, the game remained close until the very end.