New York Jets at Buffalo Bills 41 to 24
Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1The New York Jets played the Buffalo Bills in Buffalo on Sunday, September 17, 1972, Week 1 of the 1972 season. The Jets won by a score of 41-24.
New York Jets offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 293 | 102 | 191 | 1 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Wide Receivers Coach: Ken Meyer Offensive Line Coach: Clarence T. Hewgley, Jr. Defensive Line Coach: Buddy Ryan Defensive Backs Coach: Ed Biles
Buffalo Bills offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 287 | 207 | 80 | 4 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Lou Saban Wide Receivers Coach: Robert Shaw Offensive Line Coach: Jim Ringo Defensive Line Coach: Stan Jones Linebackers Coach: Jim Dooley Defensive Backs Coach: Billy Atkins Special Teams Coach: Ed Cavanaugh