New York Titans at Boston Patriots 21 to 20
Saturday, September 9, 1961, Week 1The New York Titans played the Boston Patriots in Boston on Saturday, September 9, 1961, Week 1 of the 1961 season. The Titans won by a score of 21-20.
New York Titans offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 276 | 183 | 93 | 3 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Sammy Baugh Offensive Line Coach: Johnny Dell Isola Ends Coach: Hugh Taylor
Boston Patriots offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 217 | 86 | 131 | 2 | 14 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Lou Saban Offensive Line Coach: Red Miller Offensive Backfield Coach: Mike Holovak Defensive Line Coach: Jerry Smith Defensive Backfield Coach: Joe Collier