Detroit Lions at Atlanta Falcons 0 to 14
Sunday, October 15, 1978, Week 7The Detroit Lions played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, October 15, 1978, Week 7 of the 1978 season. The Falcons won by a score of 14-0.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 169 | 147 | 22 | 3 | 13 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Monte Clark Quarterbacks Coach: Bob Schnelker Wide Receivers Coach: Bob Schnelker Offensive Line Coach: Fred Hoaglin 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: Don Doll General Manager: Russ Thomas Director of Football Operations: Monte Clark Film Coordinator: Don Doll Administrative Assistant: Doug Gerhart Head Trainer: Kent Falb
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 248 | 122 | 126 | 0 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Ted Plumb Wide Receivers Coach: Ted Plumb Offensive Backs Coach: John North