Atlanta Falcons at Chicago Bears 37 to 21

Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons played the Chicago Bears in Chicago on Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1 of the 1972 season. The Falcons won by a score of 37-21.


Atlanta Falcons offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
319 146 173 2 16

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


Chicago Bears offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
283 69 214 3 15

Coaches

Head Coach: Abe Gibron Quarterbacks Coach: Zeke Bratkowski Offensive Line Coach: Whitey Dovell General Manager: George Halas, George S. Halas