Atlanta Falcons at Detroit Lions 6 to 31
Monday, October 1, 1973, Week 3The Atlanta Falcons played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Monday, October 1, 1973, Week 3 of the 1973 season. The Lions won by a score of 31-6.
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 188 | 70 | 118 | 5 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Norm Van Brocklin Defensive Coordinator: Marion Campbell Wide Receivers Coach: Harry Gilmer Defensive Backs Coach: Fred Bruney Backfield Coach: Billy Ray Barnes
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 297 | 39 | 258 | 1 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don McCafferty Wide Receivers Coach: Raymond Berry Offensive Line Coach: Leon McLaughlin Offensive Backfield Coach: Rick Forzano Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat Linebackers Coach: John Meyer Defensive Backfield Coach: Bob Hollway General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb