Houston Oilers at San Diego Chargers 10 to 3
Sunday, December 24, 1961, ChampionshipThe Chargers played the Oilers for the championship on Sunday, December 24, 1961. The Oilers entered the game looking to defend their previous year's championship against the Chargers. The Chargers entered the game with a record of 12-2-0, while the Oilers entered the game with a record of 10-3-1. The Oilers won 10-3 to win the 1961 championship, finishing their championship season with a record of 10-3-1 in the regular season, 1-0 in the playoffs. The Chargers finished their season 12-2-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Houston Oilers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 256 | 160 | 96 | 7 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Lou Rymkus Offensive Line Coach: Joe Spencer Offensive Backs Coach: Walt Schlinkman Defensive Coach: Fred Wallner Line Coach: Joe Spencer Ends Coach: Mac Speedie
San Diego Chargers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 256 | 177 | 79 | 6 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Sid Gillman Wide Receivers Coach: Al Davis Offensive Line Coach: Joe Madro Defensive Backs Coach: Jack Faulkner