Atlanta Falcons at Detroit Lions 23 to 24
Sunday, September 23, 1979, Week 4The 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