St. Louis Cardinals at Philadelphia Eagles 34 to 23
Sunday, September 16, 1973, Week 1The St. Louis Cardinals played the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia on Sunday, September 16, 1973, Week 1 of the 1973 season. The Cardinals won by a score of 34-23.
St. Louis Cardinals offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392 | 195 | 197 | 3 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Coryell Defensive Coordinator: Ray Willsey Quarterbacks Coach: Rod Dowhower Wide Receivers Coach: Rod Dowhower Offensive Line Coach: Jim Hanifan Offensive Backs Coach: Joe Gibbs Defensive Line Coach: Sid Hall Linebackers Coach: Jackie Simpson Defensive Backs Coach: Jackie Simpson
Philadelphia Eagles offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 252 | 143 | 109 | 3 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Mike McCormack Offensive Pass Game Coordinator: Boyd Dowler Offensive Line Coach: John Sandusky Running Backs Coach: John Idzik Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Wampfler Linebackers Coach: Walt Michaels Defensive Backs Coach: John Mazur Special Teams Assistant Coach: Dick LeBeau