Minnesota Vikings at Atlanta Falcons 30 to 31
Monday, November 23, 1981, Week 12The Minnesota Vikings played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Monday, November 23, 1981, Week 12 of the 1981 season. The Falcons won by a score of 31-30.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 460 | 330 | 130 | 5 | 25 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Bob Hollway Wide Receivers Coach: Les Steckel Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Special Teams Coach: Floyd Reese
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 342 | 193 | 149 | 3 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Dick Wood Wide Receivers Coach: Jimmy Raye Offensive Backs Coach: John North Defensive Line Coach: Jim Stanley