Philadelphia Eagles at Detroit Lions 23 to 20
Sunday, December 5, 1971, Week 12The Philadelphia Eagles played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, December 5, 1971, Week 12 of the 1971 season. The Eagles won by a score of 23-20. With this game, the Lions finished the season 3-4-0 at home.
Philadelphia Eagles offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359 | 214 | 145 | 1 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jerry Williams Interim Head Coach: Ed Khayat Offensive Coordinator: Tom Fears Defensive Coordinator: Jim Carr Quarterbacks Coach: John Rauch Offensive Line Coach: Brad Ecklund Running Backs Coach: Jack Zilly Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat, Jesse Richardson, Joe Moss Linebackers Coach: Jim Carr Special Teams Coach: Jack Zilly General Manager: Pete Retzlaff
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 350 | 225 | 125 | 2 | 20 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Joe Schmidt Offensive Coordinator: Bill McPeak Overall Defensive Coach: Jim David Wide Receivers Coach: John North Offensive Line Coach: Chuck Knox Defensive Line Coach: Jim Richard "Jungle Jim" Martin General Manager: Russ Thomas Head Trainer: Kent Falb