Detroit Lions at Los Angeles Rams 41 to 20
Sunday, September 7, 1980, Week 1The Detroit Lions played the Los Angeles Rams in Anaheim on Sunday, September 7, 1980, Week 1 of the 1980 season. The Lions won by a score of 41-20.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 494 | 164 | 330 | 1 | 27 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Monte Clark Offensive Coordinator: Bob Schnelker Defensive Coordinator: Maxie Baughan Quarterbacks Coach: Bob Schnelker Wide Receivers Coach: Larry Seiple Offensive Line Coach: Fred Hoaglin Tight Ends Coach: Don Doll Offensive Backfield Coach: John Brunner Defensive Line Coach: Floyd Peters Linebackers Coach: Maxie Baughan Defensive Backfield Coach: Mel Phillips Special Teams Coach: Joe Madden Strength and Conditioning Coach: Gary Wade General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb Assistant Trainer: Joe Recknagel
Los Angeles Rams offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255 | 169 | 86 | 3 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Ray Malavasi Offensive Coordinator: Lionel Taylor Defensive Coordinator: Bud Carson Offensive Line Coach: Dan Radakovich Running Backs Coach: Hewritt Dixon Special Teams Coach: Herb Paterra Conditioning Coach: Clyde Evans Assistant General Manager: Jack Faulkner Director of Football Operations: Jack Faulkner Assistant Trainer: Garrett Giemont