The New England Patriots emerged victorious over the Denver Broncos, 23 to 14, on September 29, 1980.
1st quarter
DEN
NE
Haven Moses 17-yard pass from Matt Robinson (Fred Steinfort kick)
7
0
John Smith 26-yard field goal
7
3
2nd quarter
DEN
NE
Vagas Ferguson 2-yard run (John Smith kick)
7
10
3rd quarter
DEN
NE
Otis Armstrong 8-yard run (Fred Steinfort kick)
14
10
Stanley Morgan 45-yard pass from Steve Grogan (John Smith kick)
14
17
4th quarter
DEN
NE
John Smith 19-yard field goal
14
20
John Smith 36-yard field goal
14
23