Detroit Lions at Atlanta Falcons 26 to 23

Sunday, October 8, 1972, Week 4

The Detroit Lions played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, October 8, 1972, Week 4 of the 1972 season. The Lions won by a score of 26-23.


Detroit Lions offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
314 134 180 4 15

Coaches

Head Coach: Joe Schmidt Offensive Coordinator: Bill McPeak Overall Defensive Coach: Jim David Wide Receivers Coach: John North Offensive Line Coach: Chuck Knox Offensive Backfield Coach: Leeman Bennett Defensive Line Coach: Dick Voris Special Teams Coach: Jim Richard "Jungle Jim" Martin Kickers Coach: Jim Richard "Jungle Jim" Martin General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb


Atlanta Falcons offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
278 79 199 1 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