Atlanta Falcons at Minnesota Vikings 23 to 24
Sunday, September 7, 1980, Week 1The Atlanta Falcons played the Minnesota Vikings in Bloomington on Sunday, September 7, 1980, Week 1 of the 1980 season. The Vikings won by a score of 24-23.
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314 | 156 | 158 | 1 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Dick Wood Wide Receivers Coach: Jimmy Raye Offensive Backs Coach: John North Defensive Line Coach: Jim Stanley
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 448 | 371 | 77 | 1 | 28 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Bob Hollway Wide Receivers Coach: Les Steckel Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Linebackers Coach: Floyd Reese Special Teams Coach: Floyd Reese