Miami Dolphins at Kansas City Chiefs 27 to 24
Saturday, December 25, 1971, Divisional RoundThe Dolphins began their playoff run on the road against the Chiefs on Saturday, December 25, 1971. The Dolphins won, 27-24 and advanced to play Baltimore Colts. The Chiefs finished their season 10-3-1 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Miami Dolphins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 407 | 263 | 144 | 2 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Shula Wide Receivers Coach: Howard Schnellenberger Offensive Line Coach: Monte Clark Offensive Backs Coach: Carl Taseff Offensive Assistant Coach: Howard Schnellenberger Defensive Line Coach: Mike Scarry Linebackers Coach: Bill Arnsparger Defensive Backs Coach: Tom Keane Defensive Assistant Coach: Bill Arnsparger
Kansas City Chiefs offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 451 | 238 | 213 | 4 | 23 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Hank Stram Offensive Line Coach: William Henry "Bill" Walsh Offensive Ends Coach: Darrel Brewster Offensive Backfield Coach: John Beake Defensive Line Coach: Tom Pratt Linebackers Coach: Walt Corey Defensive Backs Coach: Tom Bettis Assistant Coach: Tommy O'Boyle Strength and Conditioning Coach: Alvin Roy