Minnesota Vikings at Detroit Lions 7 to 13
Sunday, December 10, 1961, Week 13The Minnesota Vikings played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, December 10, 1961, Week 13 of the 1961 season. The Lions won by a score of 13-7. The Lions swept the Vikings for the 1961 season.
Minnesota Vikings offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 251 | 135 | 116 | 6 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Norm Van Brocklin Offensive Line Coach: Walt Yowarsky Defensive Backs Coach: Harry Gilmer Ends Coach: Darrel Brewster
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 295 | 175 | 120 | 4 | 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