San Diego Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs 42 to 31
Sunday, September 20, 1981, Week 3The San Diego Chargers played the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City on Sunday, September 20, 1981, Week 3 of the 1981 season. The Chargers won by a score of 42-31.
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 398 | 284 | 114 | 3 | 23 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Coryell Offensive Coordinator: Larrye Weaver Wide Receivers Coach: Ernie Zampese Offensive Line Coach: Dave Levy Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith Special Teams Coach: Marv Braden
Kansas City Chiefs offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 426 | 278 | 148 | 8 | 29 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Marv Levy Defensive Coordinator: Rod Rust Quarterbacks Coach: Kay Dalton Wide Receivers Coach: Kay Dalton Offensive Line Coach: Tom Bresnahan Running Backs Coach: Don Lawrence Tight Ends Coach: Frank Gansz Offensive Backs Coach: Bobby Ross Linebackers Coach: Rod Rust, Ted Cottrell Defensive Backs Coach: Walt Corey Special Teams Coach: Frank Gansz Strength and Conditioning Coach: Rick Abernethy