Detroit Lions at Baltimore Colts 9 to 21
Sunday, September 27, 1959, Week 1The Detroit Lions played the Baltimore Colts in Champaign on Sunday, September 27, 1959, Week 1 of the 1959 season. The Colts won by a score of 21-9.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 334 | 179 | 155 | 5 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: George Wilson Defensive Coordinator: Buster Ramsey Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Ends Coach: Bob Dove Backfield Coach: Ray McLean Assistant Coach: Bob Nussbaumer Chief Talent Scout: Bob Nussbaumer
Baltimore Colts offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 339 | 222 | 117 | 0 | 19 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Wide Receivers Coach: Don McCafferty Offensive Line Coach: Herman Ball, John Sandusky Defensive Backs Coach: Charley Winner