Detroit Lions at Cleveland Browns 17 to 7
Sunday, December 28, 1952, ChampionshipThe Browns played the Lions for the championship on Sunday, December 28, 1952. The Browns entered the game with a record of 8-4-0, while the Lions entered the game with a record of 9-3-0. The Lions won 17-7 to win the 1952 championship, finishing their championship season with a record of 9-3-0 in the regular season, 2-0 in the playoffs. The Browns finished their season 8-4-0 in the regular season, 0-1 in the playoffs.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 258 | 59 | 199 | 0 | 10 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Buddy Parker Defensive Coordinator: Buster Ramsey Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Ends Coach: George Wilson Assistant Coach: Russ Thomas
Cleveland Browns offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 384 | 157 | 227 | 2 | 22 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Paul Brown Guards Coach: Fritz Heisler Tackles Coach: Weeb Ewbank Ends Coach: Howard Brinker Backfield Coach: Blanton Collier Athletic Trainer: Leo Murphy