San Francisco 49ers at Minnesota Vikings 38 to 24
Sunday, October 15, 1961, Week 5The San Francisco 49ers played the Minnesota Vikings in Bloomington on Sunday, October 15, 1961, Week 5 of the 1961 season. The 49ers won by a score of 38-24. The 49ers totaled the most first downs in a game during the 1961 season with 31 downs.
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 555 | 231 | 324 | 8 | 31 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Red Hickey Chief of Offense: Bill Johnson Defensive Backs Coach: Mark Duncan Defensive Backfield Coach: Jack Christiansen Assistant Coach: Billy Wilson
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 202 | 84 | 118 | 1 | 12 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Norm Van Brocklin Offensive Line Coach: Walt Yowarsky Defensive Backs Coach: Harry Gilmer Ends Coach: Darrel Brewster