Baltimore Colts at Cleveland Browns 20 to 3

Sunday, December 26, 1971, Divisional Round

The Colts began their playoff run on the road against the Browns on Sunday, December 26, 1971. The Colts won, 20-3 and advanced to play Miami Dolphins. The Browns finished their season 9-5-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.


Baltimore Colts offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
271 143 128 3 16

Coaches

Head Coach: Don McCafferty Offensive Line Coach: Red Miller, John Sandusky Director of Personnel: George Young


Cleveland Browns offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
165 96 69 5 11

Coaches

Head Coach: Nick Skorich Defensive Coordinator: Howard Brinker Offensive Line Coach: Ray Prochaska Defensive Line Coach: Dick Modzelewski Secondary Coach: Richie McCabe Athletic Trainer: Leo Murphy