Detroit Lions at Chicago Cardinals 10 to 0
Sunday, September 23, 1945, Week 1The Detroit Lions played the Chicago Cardinals in Chicago on Sunday, September 23, 1945, Week 1 of the 1945 season. The Lions won by a score of 10-0.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 192 | 109 | 83 | 6 | 11 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Gus Dorais Associate Coach: Pete Cawthon Line Coach: Joe Bach
Chicago Cardinals offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 83 | 57 | 26 | 5 | 2 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Phil Handler Assistant Coach: Buddy Parker