Minnesota Vikings at Philadelphia Eagles 16 to 31

Saturday, January 3, 1981, Divisional Round

The Vikings began their playoff run on the road against the Eagles on Saturday, January 3, 1981. The Eagles won, 31-16 and advanced to play Dallas Cowboys. The Vikings finished their season 9-7-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.


Minnesota Vikings offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
215 179 36 8 14

Coaches

Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Bob Hollway Wide Receivers Coach: Les Steckel Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Linebackers Coach: Floyd Reese Special Teams Coach: Floyd Reese


Philadelphia Eagles offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
305 179 126 3 24

Coaches

Head Coach: Dick Vermeil Defensive Coordinator: Marion Campbell Quarterbacks Coach: Sid Gillman Wide Receivers Coach: Dick Coury Offensive Line Coach: Jerry Wampfler, Ken Iman Running Backs Coach: John Becker, Billy Joe Tight Ends Coach: Lynn Stiles Defensive Line Coach: Chuck Clausen Linebackers Coach: George Hill Secondary Coach: Fred Bruney Special Teams Coach: Lynn Stiles