Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears 16 to 15
Sunday, December 3, 1961, Week 12The Detroit Lions played the Chicago Bears in Chicago on Sunday, December 3, 1961, Week 12 of the 1961 season. The Lions won by a score of 16-15. The Bears and the Lions split the season series for the 1961 season, each winning one game. With this game, the Lions finished the season 6-0-1 on the road.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 245 | 172 | 73 | 4 | 17 |
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
Chicago Bears offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 193 | 66 | 127 | 3 | 12 |
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