Minnesota Vikings at San Diego Chargers 33 to 31
Sunday, October 11, 1981, Week 6The Minnesota Vikings played the San Diego Chargers in San Diego on Sunday, October 11, 1981, Week 6 of the 1981 season. The Vikings won by a score of 33-31. The Vikings threw for the most passing yards in a game during the 1981 season with 433 yards.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 526 | 433 | 93 | 3 | 29 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Bob Hollway Wide Receivers Coach: Les Steckel Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Special Teams Coach: Floyd Reese
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 425 | 305 | 120 | 1 | 18 |
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