Washington Redskins at New Orleans Saints 26 to 20
Sunday, September 21, 1969, Week 1The Washington Redskins played the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Sunday, September 21, 1969, Week 1 of the 1969 season. The Redskins won by a score of 26-20.
Washington Redskins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 303 | 229 | 74 | 1 | 12 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Vince Lombardi Defensive Coordinator: Harland Svare Offensive Line Coach: Bill Austin Defensive Line Coach: Mike McCormack Defensive Backfield Coach: Don Doll Assistant Coach: Mike McCormack Director of Player Personnel: C.A. Temerario Executive Assistant to the General Manager: C.A. Temerario
New Orleans Saints offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328 | 111 | 217 | 1 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tom Fears Defensive Coordinator: Jack Faulkner, Jerry Smith Wide Receivers Coach: Billy Ray Barnes Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat Linebackers Coach: Jerry Smith Defensive Backs Coach: Ed Biles Owner: John Mecom Scout: Bob Whitman