Boston Patriots at Dallas Texans 18 to 17
Sunday, October 29, 1961, Week 8The Boston Patriots played the Dallas Texans in Dallas on Sunday, October 29, 1961, Week 8 of the 1961 season. The Patriots won by a score of 18-17.
Boston Patriots offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 312 | 168 | 144 | 2 | 17 |
Coaches
Interim Head Coach: Mike Holovak Offensive Line Coach: Red Miller Offensive Backfield Coach: Mike Holovak Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith Defensive Backfield Coach: Joe Collier
Dallas Texans offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 236 | 169 | 67 | 1 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Hank Stram Offensive Line Coach: William Henry "Bill" Walsh Defensive Backs Coach: Ed Hughes, Tom Catlin