Philadelphia Eagles at New Orleans Saints 24 to 17
Sunday, September 17, 1978, Week 3The Philadelphia Eagles played the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Sunday, September 17, 1978, Week 3 of the 1978 season. The Eagles won by a score of 24-17.
Philadelphia Eagles offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 373 | 166 | 207 | 3 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dick Vermeil Offensive Coordinator: John Ralston Defensive Coordinator: Marion Campbell Wide Receivers Coach: Dick Coury Offensive Line Coach: Duane Putnam, Ken Iman Running Backs Coach: Johnny Roland Tight Ends Coach: Bill Davis Sr. Defensive Line Coach: Chuck Clausen Linebackers Coach: Bill McPherson Secondary Coach: Fred Bruney Special Teams Coach: Ken Iman
New Orleans Saints offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 308 | 220 | 88 | 4 | 14 |
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 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