New York Yanks at Los Angeles Rams 14 to 54
Friday, September 28, 1951, Week 1The New York Yanks played the Los Angeles Rams in Los Angeles on Friday, September 28, 1951, Week 1 of the 1951 season. The Rams won by a score of 54-14. The Rams threw for the most passing yards in a single game, setting the record at 541 yards in a single game. The Rams totaled the most first downs in a game during the 1951 season with 34 downs.
New York Yanks offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | 8 | 103 | 0 | 13 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Jimmy Phelan Offensive Coordinator: Jimmy Phelan
Los Angeles Rams offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 722 | 541 | 181 | 5 | 34 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Joe Stydahar Wide Receivers Coach: Red Hickey Line Coach: Ray Richards Backfield Coach: Hampton Pool