New York Giants at Los Angeles Rams 23 to 21
Saturday, September 26, 1959, Week 1The New York Giants played the Los Angeles Rams in Los Angeles on Saturday, September 26, 1959, Week 1 of the 1959 season. The Giants won by a score of 23-21.
New York Giants offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 407 | 321 | 86 | 1 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jim Lee Howell Offensive Coordinator: Allie Sherman Defensive Coordinator: Tom Landry Wide Receivers Coach: Ken Kavanaugh Line Coach: Johnny Dell Isola
Los Angeles Rams offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 358 | 234 | 124 | 2 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Sid Gillman Offensive Line Coach: Lou Rymkus Offensive Backs Coach: Joe Madro Defensive Backs Coach: Jack Faulkner