New Orleans Saints at Los Angeles Rams 14 to 34

Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1

The New Orleans Saints played the Los Angeles Rams in Los Angeles on Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1 of the 1972 season. The Rams won by a score of 34-14.


New Orleans Saints offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
287 218 69 2 20

Coaches

Head Coach: J.D. Roberts Offensive Coordinator: Ken Shipp Owner: John Mecom Chief Scout: Bob Whitman


Los Angeles Rams offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
393 139 254 1 20

Coaches

Head Coach: Tommy Prothro Quarterbacks Coach: Dick Vermeil Offensive Line Coach: Ray Prochaska, Bobb Mckittrick Offensive Backfield Coach: Earnel Durden Linebackers Coach: Tom Catlin College Scout: Jack Faulkner Pro Scout: Jack Faulkner Training Assistant: Garrett Giemont