Dallas Cowboys at New Orleans Saints 14 to 24
Sunday, October 17, 1971, Week 5The Dallas Cowboys played the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Sunday, October 17, 1971, Week 5 of the 1971 season. The Saints won by a score of 24-14.
Dallas Cowboys offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 | 204 | 96 | 6 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Tom Landry Offensive Pass Game Coordinator: Austin "Ray" Renfro Offensive Line Coach: James A. "Jim" Myers Offensive Backfield Coach: Dan Reeves Passing Offense: Austin "Ray" Renfro Defensive Line Coach: Ernie Stautner Linebackers Coach: Jerry Tubbs Defensive Backfield Coach: Bobby Franklin Special Assistant Coach: Ermal Allen
New Orleans Saints offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 157 | 49 | 108 | 2 | 10 |
Coaches
Head Coach: J.D. Roberts Offensive Coordinator: Ken Shipp Kicking Coach: Charlie Tate Owner: John Mecom Chief Scout: Bob Whitman