San Diego Chargers at Kansas City Chiefs 30 to 16
Sunday, September 12, 1976, Week 1The San Diego Chargers played the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City on Sunday, September 12, 1976, Week 1 of the 1976 season. The Chargers won by a score of 30-16.
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 467 | 200 | 267 | 0 | 27 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tommy Prothro Offensive Coordinator: Bill Walsh Defensive Coordinator: Jackie Simpson Offensive Pass Game Coordinator: Earnel Durden Wide Receivers Coach: Earnel Durden Offensive Line Coach: Howard Mudd, Bobb Mckittrick Tight Ends Coach: Earnel Durden Offensive Backfield Coach: Earnel Durden Defensive Backs Coach: Ernie Zampese Conditioning Coach: Clyde Evans
Kansas City Chiefs offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 330 | 217 | 113 | 4 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Paul Wiggin Offensive Coordinator: Chet Franklin Defensive Coordinator: Vince Costello Wide Receivers Coach: Bob Schnelker Offensive Line Coach: Joe Spencer Defensive Line Coach: Tom Pratt Defensive Backs Coach: Tom Bettis Special Teams Coach: Steve Ortmayer