Chicago Cardinals at Detroit Lions 14 to 43

Saturday, October 5, 1940, Week 5

The Chicago Cardinals played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Saturday, October 5, 1940, Week 5 of the 1940 season. The Lions won by a score of 43-14. The Lions swept the Cardinals for the 1940 season.


Chicago Cardinals offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
145 25 120 10 9

Coaches

Head Coach: Jimmy Conzelman Assistant Coach: Phil Handler, Charlie Walsh, Chile Walsh


Detroit Lions offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
243 49 194 5 9

Coaches

Head Coach: Potsy Clark Assistant Coach: Clare Randolph