San Francisco 49ers at Atlanta Falcons 17 to 20
Sunday, September 19, 1971, Week 1The San Francisco 49ers played the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on Sunday, September 19, 1971, Week 1 of the 1971 season. The Falcons won by a score of 20-17.
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 372 | 206 | 166 | 7 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dick Nolan Quarterbacks Coach: Jim Shofner Wide Receivers Coach: Jim Shofner Offensive Line Coach: Dick Stanfel Offensive Backs Coach: Doug Scovil Defensive Line Coach: Paul Wiggin Linebackers Coach: Mike Giddings Defensive Secondary Coach: Don Heinrich Special Teams Coach: Chet Franklin Personnel Scout: Dick Gallagher
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 266 | 165 | 101 | 1 | 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