Chicago Bears at Baltimore Colts 21 to 28
Sunday, September 30, 1956, Week 1The Chicago Bears played the Baltimore Colts in Champaign on Sunday, September 30, 1956, Week 1 of the 1956 season. The Colts won by a score of 28-21.
Chicago Bears offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 | 137 | 154 | 1 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Paddy Driscoll Running Backs Coach: Chick Jagade Defensive Assistant Coach: Clark Shaughnessy Line Coach: Phil Handler Assistant Coach: Luke Johnsos, Bulldog Turner
Baltimore Colts offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 359 | 231 | 128 | 1 | 21 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Offensive Line Coach: Herman Ball Defensive Backs Coach: Charley Winner Ends Coach: Red Cumiskey