Washington Redskins at Atlanta Falcons 17 to 20
Sunday, December 10, 1978, Week 15The Washington Redskins played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, December 10, 1978, Week 15 of the 1978 season. The Falcons won by a score of 20-17. With this game, the Falcons finished the season 7-1-0 at home, while the Redskins finished 3-5-0 on the road for the 1978 season.
Washington Redskins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 311 | 165 | 146 | 2 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jack Pardee Offensive Coordinator: Joe Walton Defensive Coordinator: Richard "Doc" Urich Tight Ends Coach: John Hilton Defensive Line Coach: Richard "Doc" Urich Director of Player Personnel: C.A. Temerario Personnel Scout: Mike Faulkiner Administrative Assistant: Mike Faulkiner Executive Assistant to the General Manager: C.A. Temerario
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 253 | 140 | 113 | 0 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Leeman Bennett Quarterbacks Coach: Ted Plumb Wide Receivers Coach: Ted Plumb Offensive Backs Coach: John North