Detroit Lions at New Orleans Saints 17 to 19
Sunday, November 8, 1970, Week 8The Detroit Lions played the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on Sunday, November 8, 1970, Week 8 of the 1970 season. The Saints won by a score of 19-17.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 278 | 143 | 135 | 6 | 18 |
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
New Orleans Saints offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 272 | 141 | 131 | 0 | 15 |
Coaches
Interim Head Coach: J.D. Roberts Defensive Coordinator: Jerry Smith Wide Receivers Coach: Billy Ray Barnes Defensive Line Coach: Ed Khayat Linebackers Coach: Jerry Smith Defensive Backs Coach: Ed Biles Owner: John Mecom Director of Player Personnel: Jack Faulkner Scout: Bob Whitman