Oakland Raiders at Minnesota Vikings 16 to 24
Sunday, September 16, 1973, Week 1The Oakland Raiders played the Minnesota Vikings in Bloomington on Sunday, September 16, 1973, Week 1 of the 1973 season. The Vikings won by a score of 24-16.
Oakland Raiders offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 353 | 153 | 200 | 4 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: John Madden Wide Receivers Coach: Tom Flores Offensive Line Coach: Oliver Spencer Tight Ends Coach: Bob Mischak Offensive Backfield Coach: Paul Roach Defensive Line Coach: Tom Dahms Linebackers Coach: Don Shinnick Defensive Backs Coach: Bob Zeman Special Teams Coach: Joe Scannella
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 273 | 170 | 103 | 2 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Neill Armstrong Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Defensive Line Coach: Jack Patera Vice President: Jim Finks General Manager: Jim Finks