Minnesota Vikings at San Francisco 49ers 36 to 24
Saturday, January 9, 1988, Divisional RoundThe 49ers began their playoff run at home against the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday, January 9, 1988. The Vikings began their playoff run the previous week with a win against the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings continued their playoff run with a victory, 36-24, against the 49ers. The 49ers finished their season 13-2-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 397 | 280 | 117 | 1 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jerry Burns Offensive Coordinator: Bob Schnelker Defensive Coordinator: Floyd Peters Wide Receivers Coach: Dick Rehbein Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Running Backs Coach: John Brunner, Rollie Dotsch Tight Ends Coach: Tom Batta Defensive Line Coach: Paul Wiggin Linebackers Coach: Monte Kiffin Defensive Backs Coach: Pete Carroll Special Teams Coach: Tom Batta Consultant: Bud Grant Coaching Office Secretary: Kirsten Lindberg
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 358 | 243 | 115 | 2 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bill Walsh Defensive Coordinator: George Seifert Quarterbacks Coach: Mike Holmgren Wide Receivers Coach: Dennis Green Offensive Line Coach: Bobb Mckittrick Running Backs Coach: Sherman Lewis Defensive Line Coach: Fred Von Appen Linebackers Coach: Bill McPherson Defensive Backs Coach: Ray Rhodes Defensive Assistant Coach: Tommy Hart Special Teams Coach: Lynn Stiles Physical Development Assistant: Jerry Attaway Physical Development Coordinator: Jerry Attaway Coaching Administrator: Neal Dahlen