Washington Redskins at Atlanta Falcons 16 to 7
Sunday, September 30, 1979, Week 5The Washington Redskins played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, September 30, 1979, Week 5 of the 1979 season. The Redskins won by a score of 16-7.
Washington Redskins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359 | 228 | 131 | 1 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jack Pardee Offensive Coordinator: Joe Walton Defensive Coordinator: Richard "Doc" Urich Offensive Line Coach: Ray Callahan Tight Ends Coach: John Hilton Offensive Backfield Coach: Fred O'Connor Defensive Line Coach: Richard "Doc" Urich Special Assistant to the Head Coach: Bob Bowser
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 156 | 86 | 70 | 3 | 14 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Dick Wood, Ted Plumb Wide Receivers Coach: Ted Plumb Offensive Backs Coach: John North