Atlanta Falcons at Detroit Lions 23 to 24

Sunday, September 23, 1979, Week 4

The Atlanta Falcons played the Detroit Lions in Pontiac on Sunday, September 23, 1979, Week 4 of the 1979 season. The Lions won by a score of 24-23.


Atlanta Falcons offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
270 126 144 1 11

Coaches

Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Dick Wood, Ted Plumb Wide Receivers Coach: Ted Plumb Offensive Backs Coach: John North


Detroit Lions offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
400 249 151 1 22

Coaches

Head Coach: Monte Clark Quarterbacks Coach: Bob Schnelker Wide Receivers Coach: Bob Schnelker Offensive Line Coach: Fred Hoaglin Running Backs Coach: Jimmy Raye Tight Ends Coach: Don Doll Offensive Backfield Coach: Jimmy Raye Defensive Line Coach: Floyd Peters Linebackers Coach: Marty Schottenheimer Defensive Backfield Coach: Billy Atkins Special Teams Coach: Larry Pasquale General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb