San Diego Chargers at San Francisco 49ers 3 to 34
Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1The San Diego Chargers played the San Francisco 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1 of the 1972 season. The 49ers won by a score of 34-3.
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 258 | 171 | 87 | 5 | 13 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Harland Svare Offensive Coordinator: Bob Schnelker Director of Pro Scouting: Phil Bengtson
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 295 | 178 | 117 | 2 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dick Nolan Quarterbacks Coach: Jim Shofner Wide Receivers Coach: Jim Shofner Offensive Line Coach: Dick Stanfel Offensive Backs Coach: Doug Scovil Defensive Line Coach: Paul Wiggin Linebackers Coach: Mike Giddings Defensive Secondary Coach: Don Heinrich Special Teams Coach: Chet Franklin Personnel Scout: Dick Gallagher