Atlanta Falcons at St. Louis Cardinals 20 to 23
Sunday, September 21, 1975, Week 1The Atlanta Falcons played the St. Louis Cardinals in St. Louis on Sunday, September 21, 1975, Week 1 of the 1975 season. The Cardinals won by a score of 23-20.
Atlanta Falcons offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 294 | 58 | 236 | 2 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Marion Campbell Offensive Coordinator: Bill Nelsen Defensive Coordinator: Fred Bruney Offensive Backfield Coach: John Rauch Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat
St. Louis Cardinals offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 317 | 150 | 167 | 3 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Coryell Defensive Coordinator: Ray Willsey Quarterbacks Coach: Harry Gilmer Wide Receivers Coach: Harry Gilmer Offensive Line Coach: Jim Hanifan Offensive Backs Coach: Joe Gibbs Defensive Line Coach: Jim Champion Linebackers Coach: Sid Hall Special Assignments: Wayne Sevier