Cleveland Browns at Detroit Lions 14 to 59
Sunday, December 29, 1957, ChampionshipThe Lions played the Browns for the championship on Sunday, December 29, 1957. The Lions entered the game with a record of 8-4-0, while the Browns entered the game with a record of 9-2-1. The Lions won 59-14 to win the 1957 championship, finishing their championship season with a record of 8-4-0 in the regular season, 2-0 in the playoffs. The Browns finished their season 9-2-1 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Cleveland Browns offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 313 | 95 | 218 | 6 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Paul Brown Guards Coach: Fritz Heisler Tackles Coach: Ed Ulinski Ends Coach: Paul Bixler Backfield Coach: Howard Brinker Staff Assistant: Dick Gallagher Athletic Trainer: Leo Murphy
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 438 | 296 | 142 | 1 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: George Wilson Defensive Coordinator: Buster Ramsey Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Offensive Backfield Coach: John "Red" Cochran Assistant Coach: Bob Nussbaumer Chief Talent Scout: Bob Nussbaumer