Houston Oilers at Atlanta Falcons 10 to 20
Sunday, December 3, 1972, Week 12The Houston Oilers played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, December 3, 1972, Week 12 of the 1972 season. The Falcons won by a score of 20-10. The Oilers continued their losing streak, now at 9 games. Their last win was on Sunday, October 1, 1972 against the New York Jets. With this game, the Oilers finished the season 0-7-0 on the road.
Houston Oilers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 242 | 154 | 88 | 6 | 13 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bill Peterson Quarterbacks Coach: Dan Henning Wide Receivers Coach: Dan Henning Offensive Line Coach: Joe Madro Offensive Backs Coach: Don Breaux Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith Linebackers Coach: Larry Peccatiello Defensive Backs Coach: Jackie Simpson Special Assignments: King Hill
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 328 | 167 | 161 | 3 | 17 |
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