Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers 17 to 13
Sunday, September 17, 1961, Week 1The Detroit Lions played the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay on Sunday, September 17, 1961, Week 1 of the 1961 season. The Lions won by a score of 17-13.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 266 | 138 | 128 | 1 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: George Wilson Defensive Coordinator: Don Shula Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Defensive Line Coach: Les Bingaman Backfield Coach: Ray McLean Assistant Coach: Bob Nussbaumer Chief Talent Scout: Bob Nussbaumer
Green Bay Packers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 294 | 162 | 132 | 2 | 17 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Vince Lombardi Offensive Line Coach: Bill Austin Offensive Backs Coach: John "Red" Cochran Defensive Line Coach: Phil Bengtson Defensive Backs Coach: Norb Hecker Ends Coach: Dick Voris Team President: Dominic Olejniczak