Philadelphia Eagles at Detroit Lions 27 to 24
Sunday, December 17, 1961, Week 14The Philadelphia Eagles played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, December 17, 1961, Week 14 of the 1961 season. The Eagles won by a score of 27-24. With this game, the Lions finished the season 2-5-0 at home, while the Eagles finished 5-2-0 on the road for the 1961 season.
The Lions finished the season with a record of 8-5-1, while the Eagles finished the season at 10-4-0.
Philadelphia Eagles offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 485 | 394 | 91 | 2 | 27 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Nick Skorich Defensive Backfield Coach: Jerry Williams Assistant Coach: Laurie Niemi
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 396 | 266 | 130 | 2 | 18 |
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