Belt game 790 · September 23, 1979
New England Patriots take the belt
New England Patriots beat San Diego Chargers 27–21 at home to start reign 271 of the NFL belt, the 5th for the franchise.
San Diego Chargers had held it since December 10, 1978, with 4 defenses over 287 days.
New England Patriots held it for 8 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Green Bay Packers on October 1, 1979.
271Reign number
5Team's reign
0Defenses
8Days held
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