Philadelphia Eagles at New Orleans Saints 26 to 14
Sunday, September 16, 1979, Week 3The Philadelphia Eagles played the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Sunday, September 16, 1979, Week 3 of the 1979 season. The Eagles won by a score of 26-14.
Philadelphia Eagles offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 361 | 162 | 199 | 0 | 18 |
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: 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, Ken Iman
New Orleans Saints offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 235 | 160 | 75 | 2 | 12 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dick Nolan Offensive Coordinator: Ed Hughes Defensive Coordinator: Paul Wiggin Quarterbacks Coach: Lamar McHan Wide Receivers Coach: Lamar McHan Offensive Line Coach: Dick Stanfel Offensive Backfield Coach: Ed Hughes Defensive Line Coach: Tom Pratt Linebackers Coach: Ed Beard Defensive Backs Coach: Chet Franklin Special Teams Coach: Whitey Campbell Conditioning Coach: Bob Hill Owner: John Mecom Director of Pro Personnel: Ernie Hefferle Director of Player Personnel: Bob Whitman