Baltimore Colts at Detroit Lions 31 to 24
Sunday, October 11, 1959, Week 3The Baltimore Colts played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, October 11, 1959, Week 3 of the 1959 season. The Colts won by a score of 31-24. The Colts swept the Lions for the 1959 season.
Baltimore Colts offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 409 | 245 | 164 | 3 | 20 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 292 | 102 | 190 | 5 | 16 |
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