Washington Redskins at Detroit Lions 27 to 24
Sunday, September 9, 1979, Week 2The Washington Redskins played the Detroit Lions in Pontiac on Sunday, September 9, 1979, Week 2 of the 1979 season. The Redskins won by a score of 27-24.
Washington Redskins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 321 | 139 | 182 | 2 | 23 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jack Pardee Offensive Coordinator: Joe Walton Defensive Coordinator: Richard "Doc" Urich Offensive Line Coach: Ray Callahan Tight Ends Coach: John Hilton Offensive Backfield Coach: Fred O'Connor Defensive Line Coach: Richard "Doc" Urich Special Assistant to the Head Coach: Bob Bowser
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 374 | 157 | 217 | 6 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Monte Clark Quarterbacks Coach: Bob Schnelker Wide Receivers Coach: Bob Schnelker Offensive Line Coach: Fred Hoaglin Running Backs Coach: Jimmy Raye Tight Ends Coach: Don Doll Offensive Backfield Coach: Jimmy Raye Defensive Line Coach: Floyd Peters Linebackers Coach: Marty Schottenheimer Defensive Backfield Coach: Billy Atkins Special Teams Coach: Larry Pasquale General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb