New York Jets at Cincinnati Bengals 44 to 17
Sunday, January 9, 1983, Wild Card RoundThe Jets began their playoff run on the road against the Bengals on Sunday, January 9, 1983. The Jets won, 44-17 and advanced to play Los Angeles Raiders. The Bengals finished their season 7-2-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
New York Jets offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 517 | 283 | 234 | 2 | 27 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Walt Michaels Offensive Coordinator: Joe Walton Defensive Coordinator: Joe Gardi Wide Receivers Coach: Pete McCulley Offensive Backfield Coach: Bob Ledbetter Defensive Line Coach: Dan Sekanovich Special Teams Coach: Larry Pasquale
Cincinnati Bengals offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 395 | 333 | 62 | 4 | 23 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Forrest Gregg Offensive Coordinator: Lindy Infante Defensive Coordinator: Hank Bullough Offensive Line Coach: Jim McNally Tight Ends Coach: Bruce Coslet Offensive Backs Coach: George Sefcik Defensive Line Coach: Dick Modzelewski Linebackers Coach: Hank Bullough Defensive Backs Coach: Dick LeBeau Special Teams Coach: Bruce Coslet Strength and Conditioning Coach: Kim Wood