Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings 17 to 14
Sunday, December 28, 1975, Divisional RoundThe Cowboys began their playoff run on the road against the Vikings on Sunday, December 28, 1975. The Cowboys won, 17-14 and advanced to play Los Angeles Rams. The Vikings finished their season 12-2-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Dallas Cowboys offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 356 | 225 | 131 | 1 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tom Landry Offensive Coordinator: James A. "Jim" Myers Defensive Coordinator: Ernie Stautner Quarterbacks Coach: Ed Hughes Wide Receivers Coach: Ed Hughes Offensive Line Coach: James A. "Jim" Myers Tight Ends Coach: Mike Ditka Offensive Backfield 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: Alvin Roy Scout: Jim Garrett
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 215 | 100 | 115 | 1 | 12 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Neill Armstrong Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Defensive Line Coach: Jack Patera