Minnesota Vikings at New York Giants 23 to 24
Sunday, September 21, 1969, Week 1The Minnesota Vikings played the New York Giants in New York City on Sunday, September 21, 1969, Week 1 of the 1969 season. The Giants won by a score of 24-23.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 327 | 230 | 97 | 2 | 13 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Bob Hollway Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Defensive Line Coach: Jack Patera General Manager: Jim Finks
New York Giants offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 320 | 205 | 115 | 2 | 13 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Alex Webster Defensive Coordinator: Norb Hecker Quarterbacks Coach: Joe Walton Wide Receivers Coach: Joe Walton, Ken Kavanaugh Offensive Line Coach: Roosevelt Brown Defensive Line Coach: Jim Katcavage Defensive Backs Coach: Emlen Tunnell Director of Player Personnel: Jim Lee Howell