San Diego Chargers at Seattle Seahawks 24 to 20
Sunday, September 3, 1978, Week 1The San Diego Chargers played the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle on Sunday, September 3, 1978, Week 1 of the 1978 season. The Chargers won by a score of 24-20.
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 275 | 186 | 89 | 2 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tommy Prothro Interim Head Coach: Don Coryell Defensive Coordinator: Jackie Simpson Offensive Line Coach: Bobb Mckittrick Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith
Seattle Seahawks offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 446 | 308 | 138 | 2 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jack Patera Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Rhome Defensive Coordinator: Larry Peccatiello Quarterbacks Coach: Jerry Rhome Wide Receivers Coach: Jerry Rhome Offensive Line Coach: Howard Mudd Running Backs Coach: Andy MacDonald Tight Ends Coach: Jerry Rhome Defensive Line Coach: Jim E. Mora (Sr.) Linebackers Coach: Larry Peccatiello Defensive Backfield Coach: Jack Christiansen