Dallas Cowboys at Atlanta Falcons 30 to 27
Sunday, January 4, 1981, Divisional RoundThe Falcons began their playoff run at home against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, January 4, 1981. The Cowboys began their playoff run the previous week with a win against the Los Angeles Rams. The Cowboys continued their playoff run with a victory, 30-27, against the Falcons. The Falcons finished their season 12-4-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Dallas Cowboys offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 422 | 310 | 112 | 2 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tom Landry Assistant Head Coach: James A. "Jim" Myers Offensive Coordinator: Dan Reeves Defensive Coordinator: Ernie Stautner Quarterbacks Coach: Dan Reeves Wide Receivers Coach: Dan Reeves Offensive Line Coach: James A. "Jim" Myers Running Backs Coach: Al Lavan Tight Ends Coach: Mike Ditka Defensive Line Coach: Ernie Stautner Linebackers Coach: Jerry Tubbs Defensive Backfield Coach: Gene Stallings Special Teams Coach: Mike Ditka Strength and Conditioning Coach: Bob Ward Scouting Assistant: Steve Kazor Research and Development: Ermal Allen
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 371 | 285 | 86 | 2 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Dick Wood Wide Receivers Coach: Jimmy Raye Offensive Backs Coach: John North Defensive Line Coach: Jim Stanley