San Francisco 49ers at New Orleans Saints 17 to 13
Sunday, September 15, 1974, Week 1The San Francisco 49ers played the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Sunday, September 15, 1974, Week 1 of the 1974 season. The 49ers won by a score of 17-13.
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 214 | 56 | 158 | 3 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dick Nolan Defensive Coordinator: Paul Wiggin Quarterbacks Coach: Don Heinrich Wide Receivers Coach: Don Heinrich Offensive Line Coach: Dick Stanfel Offensive Backs Coach: Doug Scovil Linebackers Coach: Ed Beard Defensive Backs (Secondary) Coach: Rich Brooks Defensive Backs Coach: Rich Brooks, Chet Franklin Special Teams Coach: Rich Brooks Line Coach: Paul Wiggin Personnel Scout: Dick Gallagher
New Orleans Saints offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 278 | 149 | 129 | 4 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: John North Quarterbacks Coach: Lamar McHan Offensive Line Coach: Clarence T. Hewgley, Jr. Running Backs Coach: Bob Ledbetter Owner: John Mecom Director of Pro Personnel: Ernie Hefferle Director of Player Personnel: Bob Whitman Scout: Dixie White