Denver Broncos at Atlanta Falcons 20 to 17
Sunday, September 16, 1979, Week 3The Denver Broncos played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, September 16, 1979, Week 3 of the 1979 season. The Broncos won by a score of 20-17.
Denver Broncos offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 369 | 201 | 168 | 2 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Red Miller Defensive Coordinator: Joe Collier Quarterbacks Coach: Babe Parilli Wide Receivers Coach: Fran Polsfoot Offensive Line Coach: Whitey Dovell Offensive Backs Coach: Paul Roach Defensive Line Coach: Stan Jones Linebackers Coach: Bob Zeman Defensive Backs Coach: Richie McCabe Special Teams Coach: Marv Braden General Manager: Fred Gehrke
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 382 | 326 | 56 | 0 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Dick Wood, Ted Plumb Wide Receivers Coach: Ted Plumb Offensive Backs Coach: John North