Pittsburgh Steelers at New York Jets 28 to 17
Sunday, October 1, 1978, Week 5The Pittsburgh Steelers played the New York Jets in New York City on Sunday, October 1, 1978, Week 5 of the 1978 season. The Steelers won by a score of 28-17.
Pittsburgh Steelers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 327 | 189 | 138 | 2 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Chuck Noll Defensive Coordinator: George J. Perles Wide Receivers Coach: Tom Moore Offensive Line Coach: Rollie Dotsch Offensive Backfield Coach: Dick Hoak Linebackers Coach: Woody Widenhofer Defensive Backs Coach: Woody Widenhofer Defensive Backfield Coach: Dick Walker Flexibility Coach: Paul Uram Strength Coach: Lou Riecke
New York Jets offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 297 | 142 | 155 | 1 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Walt Michaels Quarterbacks Coach: Dan Henning, John, Sr. Idzik Wide Receivers Coach: Dan Henning Offensive Backfield Coach: Bob Ledbetter Defensive Line Coach: Dan Sekanovich Linebackers Coach: Joe Haering, Joe Gardi Special Teams Coach: Joe Haering