San Diego Chargers at Denver Broncos 16 to 20
Sunday, October 17, 1971, Week 5The San Diego Chargers played the Denver Broncos in Denver on Sunday, October 17, 1971, Week 5 of the 1971 season. The Broncos won by a score of 20-16.
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 288 | 212 | 76 | 4 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Sid Gillman Defensive Coordinator: Phil Bengtson Offensive Line Coach: Joe Madro Defensive Line Coach: Bum Phillips Defensive Backs Coach: Jackie Simpson General Manager: Harland Svare
Denver Broncos offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 296 | 71 | 225 | 2 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Lou Saban Interim Head Coach: Jerry Smith Offensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith Tight Ends Coach: Whitey Dovell Offensive Backs Coach: Hunter Enis Defensive Line Coach: Stan Jones Defensive Backfield Coach: Joe Collier Special Teams Coach: Whitey Dovell General Manager: Lou Saban