Cleveland Browns at Atlanta Falcons 24 to 16
Sunday, September 17, 1978, Week 3The Cleveland Browns played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, September 17, 1978, Week 3 of the 1978 season. The Browns won by a score of 24-16.
Cleveland Browns offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 308 | 198 | 110 | 3 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Sam Rutigliano Quarterbacks Coach: Jim Shofner, Dick Wood Wide Receivers Coach: Rich Kotite Offensive Line Coach: Rod Humenuik Running Backs Coach: Jim Garrett Linebackers Coach: Dick MacPherson Defensive Backfield Coach: Chuck Weber Special Teams Coach: Al Tabor, John Petercuskie Assistant Coach: Buck Buchanan Film Coordinator: Ed Ulinski Athletic Trainer: Leo Murphy
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 234 | 147 | 87 | 4 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Ted Plumb Wide Receivers Coach: Ted Plumb Offensive Backs Coach: John North