Chicago Bears at Detroit Lions 31 to 17

Sunday, October 8, 1961, Week 4

The Chicago Bears played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, October 8, 1961, Week 4 of the 1961 season. The Bears won by a score of 31-17.


Chicago Bears offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
454 281 173 2 15

Coaches

Head Coach: George Halas Defensive Coordinator: Clark Shaughnessy Offensive Line Coach: Phil Handler Assistant Coach: George Allen, Luke Johnsos Head of Player Personnel: George Allen


Detroit Lions offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
339 174 165 4 13

Coaches

Head Coach: George Wilson Defensive Coordinator: Don Shula Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Defensive Line Coach: Les Bingaman Backfield Coach: Ray McLean Assistant Coach: Bob Nussbaumer Chief Talent Scout: Bob Nussbaumer