Belt game 743 · October 3, 1976
New England Patriots take the belt
New England Patriots beat Oakland Raiders 48–17 at home to start reign 247 of the NFL belt, the 3rd for the franchise.
Oakland Raiders had held it since September 12, 1976, with 2 defenses over 21 days.
New England Patriots held it for 7 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Detroit Lions on October 10, 1976.
247Reign number
3Team's reign
0Defenses
7Days held
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