New England Patriots at San Diego Chargers 24 to 20
Sunday, October 16, 1977, Week 5The New England Patriots played the San Diego Chargers in San Diego on Sunday, October 16, 1977, Week 5 of the 1977 season. The Patriots won by a score of 24-20.
New England Patriots offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325 | 69 | 256 | 1 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Chuck Fairbanks Defensive Coordinator: Charlie Sumner Quarterbacks Coach: John Polonchek Wide Receivers Coach: Ray Perkins Offensive Line Coach: Leon McLaughlin Offensive Backs Coach: Tom Yewcic Offensive Backfield Coach: Ron Erhardt Assistant Offensive Coach: Ernie Adams Defensive Line Coach: Hank Bullough Defensive Backs Coach: Dick Walker Special Teams Coach: Tom Yewcic Special Assistant to the Head Coach: John Polonchek Administrative Assistant: Ernie Adams
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 283 | 230 | 53 | 2 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tommy Prothro Offensive Coordinator: Max Coley Defensive Coordinator: Jackie Simpson Offensive Line Coach: Bobb Mckittrick Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith Conditioning Coach: Clyde Evans