San Diego Chargers at Detroit Lions 20 to 34
Sunday, October 22, 1972, Week 6The San Diego Chargers played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, October 22, 1972, Week 6 of the 1972 season. The Lions won by a score of 34-20.
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 225 | 143 | 82 | 3 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Harland Svare Offensive Coordinator: Bob Schnelker Director of Pro Scouting: Phil Bengtson
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 324 | 142 | 182 | 2 | 24 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Joe Schmidt Offensive Coordinator: Bill McPeak Overall Defensive Coach: Jim David Wide Receivers Coach: John North Offensive Line Coach: Chuck Knox Offensive Backfield Coach: Leeman Bennett Defensive Line Coach: Dick Voris Special Teams Coach: Jim Richard "Jungle Jim" Martin Kickers Coach: Jim Richard "Jungle Jim" Martin General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb