Los Angeles Rams at Dallas Cowboys 21 to 19
Sunday, December 30, 1979, Divisional RoundThe Rams began their playoff run on the road against the Cowboys on Sunday, December 30, 1979. The Rams won, 21-19 and advanced to play Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Cowboys finished their season 11-5-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Los Angeles Rams offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 361 | 202 | 159 | 2 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Ray Malavasi Defensive Coordinator: Bud Carson Wide Receivers Coach: Lionel Taylor Offensive Line Coach: Dan Radakovich Offensive Backfield Coach: Jack Faulkner Strength Coach: Clyde Evans Assistant Trainer: Garrett Giemont
Dallas Cowboys offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 306 | 150 | 156 | 1 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tom Landry Assistant Head Coach: James A. "Jim" Myers Offensive Coordinator: Dan Reeves Defensive Coordinator: Ernie Stautner Wide Receivers Coach: Mike Ditka Offensive Line Coach: James A. "Jim" Myers Offensive Backs Coach: Dan Reeves Defensive Line Coach: Ernie Stautner Linebackers Coach: Jerry Tubbs Defensive Backfield Coach: Gene Stallings Special Teams Coach: Mike Ditka Special Assistant Coach: Ermal Allen Strength and Conditioning Coach: Bob Ward Scouting Assistant: Steve Kazor