New York Jets at Cleveland Browns 20 to 23
Saturday, January 3, 1987, Divisional RoundThe Browns began their playoff run at home against the New York Jets on Saturday, January 3, 1987. The Jets began their playoff run the previous week with a win against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Browns won, 23-20, against the Jets, setting up next week's game against Denver Broncos. The Jets finished their season 10-6-0 in the regular season, 1-1 in the playoffs.
New York Jets offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 287 | 183 | 104 | 0 | 14 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Joe Walton Offensive Coordinator: Rich Kotite Defensive Coordinator: Bud Carson Offensive Line Coach: Dan Radakovich Running Backs Coach: Bobby Hammond Linebackers Coach: Jim Vechiarella, Mike Faulkiner Special Teams Coach: Larry Pasquale
Cleveland Browns offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 558 | 483 | 75 | 2 | 33 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Marty Schottenheimer Offensive Coordinator: Lindy Infante Defensive Coordinator: Dave Adolph Quarterbacks Coach: Lindy Infante Wide Receivers Coach: Richard Mann Offensive Line Coach: Howard Mudd Running Backs Coach: Joe Pendry Tight Ends Coach: Charlie Davis Defensive Line Coach: Tom Pratt Linebackers Coach: Tom Olivadotti, Dave Adolph Secondary Coach: Tom Olivadotti Special Teams Coach: Bill Cowher Special Assistant: Darvin Wallis Strength and Conditioning Coach: Dave Redding Scouting Administrative Assistant: Debbie Pollom Athletic Trainer: Leo Murphy