Miami Dolphins at San Diego Chargers 28 to 50
Sunday, September 7, 1986, Week 1The Miami Dolphins played the San Diego Chargers in San Diego on Sunday, September 7, 1986, Week 1 of the 1986 season. The Chargers won by a score of 50-28.
Miami Dolphins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 339 | 294 | 45 | 4 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Shula Assistant Head Coach: David Shula Quarterbacks Coach: David Shula Wide Receivers Coach: David Shula Offensive Line Coach: John Sandusky Tight Ends Coach: Mike Westhoff Offensive Backs Coach: Carl Taseff Defensive Line Coach: Dan Sekanovich Linebackers Coach: Bob Matheson Secondary Coach: Mel Phillips Defensive Assistant Coach: Chuck Studley Special Teams Coach: Mike Westhoff Strength and Conditioning Coach: Junior Wade College Scout: Kevin Colbert
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 276 | 224 | 0 | 31 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Coryell Assistant Head Coach: Al Saunders Offensive Coordinator: Ernie Zampese Defensive Coordinator: Ron Lynn Offensive Line Coach: Dave Levy, Ed White Defensive Line Coach: Gunther Cunningham Linebackers Coach: Mike Haluchak Defensive Quality Control Coach: Jim L. Mora (Jr.) General Manager: John Sanders