Detroit Lions at New York Jets 10 to 31

Sunday, September 16, 1979, Week 3

The Detroit Lions played the New York Jets in New York City on Sunday, September 16, 1979, Week 3 of the 1979 season. The Jets won by a score of 31-10.


Detroit Lions offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
229 176 53 3 12

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


New York Jets offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
387 178 209 1 22

Coaches

Head Coach: Walt Michaels Quarterbacks Coach: John, Sr. Idzik Wide Receivers Coach: Pete McCulley Offensive Backfield Coach: Bob Ledbetter Defensive Line Coach: Dan Sekanovich Linebackers Coach: Joe Haering, Joe Gardi