San Diego Chargers at Denver Broncos 24 to 42
Sunday, September 27, 1981, Week 4The San Diego Chargers played the Denver Broncos in Denver on Sunday, September 27, 1981, Week 4 of the 1981 season. The Broncos won by a score of 42-24.
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 349 | 267 | 82 | 5 | 23 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don Coryell Offensive Coordinator: Larrye Weaver Wide Receivers Coach: Ernie Zampese Offensive Line Coach: Dave Levy Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith Special Teams Coach: Marv Braden
Denver Broncos offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 453 | 350 | 103 | 3 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Dan Reeves Offensive Coordinator: Rod Dowhower Defensive Coordinator: Joe Collier Wide Receivers Coach: Rod Dowhower Offensive Line Coach: Jerry Frei Running Backs Coach: Charlie Lee Tight Ends Coach: Fran Polsfoot Defensive Line Coach: Stan Jones Linebackers Coach: Bob Zeman Defensive Backs Coach: Richie McCabe Special Teams Coach: Fran Polsfoot, Reed Johnson Special Assistant Coach: Nick Nicolau General Manager: Grady Alderman