Minnesota Vikings at Denver Broncos 17 to 19
Monday, November 2, 1981, Week 9The Minnesota Vikings played the Denver Broncos in Denver on Monday, November 2, 1981, Week 9 of the 1981 season. The Broncos won by a score of 19-17.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325 | 223 | 102 | 2 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Bob Hollway Wide Receivers Coach: Les Steckel Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Special Teams Coach: Floyd Reese
Denver Broncos offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 329 | 182 | 147 | 2 | 17 |
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