Baltimore Colts at Detroit Lions 17 to 14
Sunday, October 22, 1961, Week 6The Baltimore Colts played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, October 22, 1961, Week 6 of the 1961 season. The Colts won by a score of 17-14. The Lions and the Colts split the season series for the 1961 season, each winning one game.
Baltimore Colts offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 313 | 225 | 88 | 4 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Wide Receivers Coach: Don McCafferty Offensive Line Coach: Herman Ball, John Sandusky Defensive Backs Coach: Charley Winner
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 208 | 132 | 76 | 1 | 11 |
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