Atlanta Falcons at San Francisco 49ers 20 to 17
Sunday, October 22, 1978, Week 8The Atlanta Falcons played the San Francisco 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday, October 22, 1978, Week 8 of the 1978 season. The Falcons won by a score of 20-17.
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 330 | 216 | 114 | 2 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Ted Plumb Wide Receivers Coach: Ted Plumb Offensive Backs Coach: John North
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 261 | 53 | 208 | 2 | 21 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Pete McCulley Offensive Coordinator: Fred O'Connor Defensive Coordinator: Dan Radakovich Wide Receivers Coach: Les Steckel Offensive Line Coach: Mike White Defensive Line Coach: Earl Leggett Linebackers Coach: Dan Radakovich Defensive Backs Coach: Jim Carr Special Teams Coach: Frank Gansz Strength and Conditioning Coach: Floyd Reese Administrative Assistant: Mike White