Washington Redskins at San Francisco 49ers 20 to 24
Sunday, December 26, 1971, Divisional RoundThe Redskins began their playoff run on the road against the 49ers on Sunday, December 26, 1971. The 49ers won, 24-20 and advanced to play Dallas Cowboys. The Redskins finished their season 9-4-1 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Washington Redskins offense
Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
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192 | 93 | 99 | 3 | 13 |
Coaches
Head Coach: George Allen Offensive Coordinator: Ted Marchibroda Defensive Coordinator: Torgy Torgeson Offensive Line Coach: Mike McCormack Defensive Backs Coach: Charley Winner Assistant Coach: Mike McCormack Director of Player Personnel: C.A. Temerario Executive Assistant to the General Manager: C.A. Temerario
San Francisco 49ers offense
Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
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285 | 173 | 112 | 0 | 11 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dick Nolan Quarterbacks Coach: Jim Shofner Wide Receivers Coach: Jim Shofner Offensive Line Coach: Dick Stanfel Offensive Backs Coach: Doug Scovil Defensive Line Coach: Paul Wiggin Linebackers Coach: Mike Giddings Defensive Secondary Coach: Don Heinrich Special Teams Coach: Chet Franklin Personnel Scout: Dick Gallagher