New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons 20 to 36
Sunday, November 12, 1972, Week 9The New Orleans Saints played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, November 12, 1972, Week 9 of the 1972 season. The Falcons won by a score of 36-20. The Falcons swept the Saints for the 1972 season.
New Orleans Saints offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 264 | 155 | 109 | 2 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: J.D. Roberts Offensive Coordinator: Ken Shipp Owner: John Mecom Chief Scout: Bob Whitman
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 352 | 163 | 189 | 1 | 21 |
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