Detroit Lions at San Francisco 49ers 23 to 24
Saturday, December 31, 1983, Divisional RoundThe Lions began their playoff run on the road against the 49ers on Saturday, December 31, 1983. The 49ers won, 24-23 and advanced to play Washington Redskins. The Lions finished their season 9-7-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 412 | 224 | 188 | 5 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Monte Clark Offensive Coordinator: Ted Marchibroda Defensive Coordinator: Ed Beard Quarterbacks Coach: Ted Marchibroda Wide Receivers Coach: Larry Seiple Offensive Line Coach: Fred Hoaglin Tight Ends Coach: Don Doll Offensive Backfield Coach: Bill Johnson Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat Linebackers Coach: Ed Beard Defensive Backfield Coach: Mel Phillips Special Teams Coach: Joe Madden Special Assignments Coach: Don Doll General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb Assistant Trainer: Joe Recknagel
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 | 188 | 103 | 2 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bill Walsh Defensive Coordinator: George Seifert Quarterbacks Coach: Paul Hackett Wide Receivers Coach: Paul Hackett Offensive Line Coach: Bobb Mckittrick Running Backs Coach: Sherman Lewis Tight Ends Coach: Fred Von Appen Assistant Offensive Line Coach: Fred Von Appen Defensive Line Coach: Bill McPherson Linebackers Coach: Norb Hecker Defensive Backs Coach: Ray Rhodes Defensive Assistant Coach: Tommy Hart Special Teams Coach: Fred Von Appen Physical Development Assistant: Jerry Attaway Physical Development Coordinator: Jerry Attaway Coaching Administrator: Neal Dahlen