Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions 23 to 9
Sunday, October 7, 1973, Week 4The Minnesota Vikings played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, October 7, 1973, Week 4 of the 1973 season. The Vikings won by a score of 23-9.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 326 | 179 | 147 | 3 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Bud Grant Offensive Coordinator: Jerry Burns Defensive Coordinator: Neill Armstrong Offensive Line Coach: John Michels Defensive Line Coach: Jack Patera Vice President: Jim Finks General Manager: Jim Finks
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 245 | 91 | 154 | 4 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Don McCafferty Wide Receivers Coach: Raymond Berry Offensive Line Coach: Leon McLaughlin Offensive Backfield Coach: Rick Forzano Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat Linebackers Coach: John Meyer Defensive Backfield Coach: Bob Hollway General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb