Game Recap
In a October 1 week 3 clash in Atlanta, the Falcons posted a comprehensive 31-3 victory over the Rams. The Rams were held scoreless heading into the half as the Falcons dominated building a 17-0 lead.
The Falcons were guided by Bob Berry who connected on 1 TD. Dave Hampton rumbled for 161 yards rushing, 2 TDs. Ken Burrow finished with 1 TD.
For the Rams, Pete Beathard connected on 4 picks. Jack Snow had 97 yards receiving.
The Falcons registered 358 total yards, 17 first downs, 3 turnovers and 5 penalties. They were of on third downs. The Rams finished with 249 total yards, 13 first downs, 6 turnovers and 2 penalties. They were of on third downs.
Notes
- Score: Atlanta FalconsATL defeat Los Angeles RamsRAM 31-3
- Date: Sunday, October 1, 1972
- Game Time Kickoff: 1:00PM
- Atlanta Falcons Stats - Yards: 358, Turnovers: 3
- Los Angeles Rams Stats - Yards: 249, Turnovers: 6
Box Score
|
1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
TOT |
| RAM |
0 |
0 |
3 |
0 |
3 |
| ATL |
10 |
7 |
7 |
7 |
31 |
Passing Leaders
| PLAYER | | C-A | YDS | TD | INT | LNG | |
|---|
| Pete Beathard | RAM | 5-14 | 93 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
| Roman Gabriel | RAM | 5-18 | 79 | 0 | 2 | 0 | |
| Bob Berry | ATL | 2-9 | 61 | 1 | 1 | 0 | |
Rushing Leaders
| PLAYER | | ATT | YDS | TD | LNG | |
|---|
| Dave Hampton | ATL | 29 | 161 | 2 | 0 | |
| Art Malone | ATL | 18 | 103 | 0 | 0 | |
| Willie Ellison | RAM | 10 | 40 | 0 | 0 | |
| Bob Berry | ATL | 3 | 29 | 0 | 0 | |
| Jim Bertelsen | RAM | 4 | 21 | 0 | 0 | |
| Les Josephson | RAM | 8 | 21 | 0 | 0 | |
| Bob Thomas | RAM | 1 | 15 | 0 | 0 | |
Receiving Leaders
| PLAYER | | REC | YDS | TD | LNG | |
|---|
| Jack Snow | RAM | 4 | 97 | 0 | 0 | |
| Bob Klein | RAM | 3 | 55 | 0 | 0 | |
| Ken Burrow | ATL | 1 | 38 | 1 | 0 | |
| Jim Mitchell | ATL | 1 | 23 | 0 | 0 | |
| Lance Rentzel | RAM | 2 | 17 | 0 | 0 | |
| Jim Bertelsen | RAM | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
Team Total Rushing
| TM | ATT | YDS | TD | | |
|---|
| ATL | 51 | 297 | 2 | | |
| RAM | 24 | 112 | 0 | | |
Team Total Passing
| TM | C-A | YDS | TD | INT | SCK | |
|---|
| ATL | 2-9 | 61 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| RAM | 10-32 | 172 | 0 | 6 | 4 | |
More Game Information On The Los Angeles Rams at Atlanta Falcons
- Attendance:
- Weather: 55 degrees, relative humidity 62%, wind 11 mph
- Time of Game:
