Chicago Bears at Washington Redskins 73 to 0

Sunday, December 8, 1940, Championship

The Redskins played the Bears for the championship on Sunday, December 8, 1940. The Redskins entered the game with a record of 9-2-0, while the Bears entered the game with a record of 8-3-0. The Bears won 73-0 to win the 1940 championship, finishing their championship season with a record of 8-3-0 in the regular season, 1-0 in the playoffs. The Redskins finished their season 9-2-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.


Chicago Bears offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
519 138 381 1 17

Coaches

Head Coach: George Halas Line Coach: Hunk Anderson Assistant Coach: Luke Johnsos Assistant Backfield Coach: Carl Brumbaugh


Washington Redskins offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
231 226 5 9 17

Coaches

Head Coach: Ray Flaherty