Atlanta Falcons at Detroit Lions 30 to 14
Sunday, September 18, 1983, Week 3The Atlanta Falcons played the Detroit Lions in Pontiac on Sunday, September 18, 1983, Week 3 of the 1983 season. The Falcons won by a score of 30-14.
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 535 | 350 | 185 | 0 | 26 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dan Henning Defensive Coordinator: John Marshall Quarterbacks Coach: Steve Crosby Wide Receivers Coach: Bob Harrison Running Backs Coach: Steve Crosby Defensive Line Coach: Dan Sekanovich Linebackers Coach: Bobby Jackson Secondary Coach: Jack Christiansen Film Assistant: Danny Mock
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 | 235 | 45 | 2 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Monte Clark Offensive Coordinator: Ted Marchibroda Defensive Coordinator: Ed Beard Quarterbacks Coach: Ted Marchibroda Wide Receivers Coach: Larry Seiple Offensive Line Coach: Fred Hoaglin Tight Ends Coach: Don Doll Offensive Backfield Coach: Bill Johnson Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat Linebackers Coach: Ed Beard Defensive Backfield Coach: Mel Phillips Special Teams Coach: Joe Madden Special Assignments Coach: Don Doll General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb Assistant Trainer: Joe Recknagel