Detroit Lions at Baltimore Colts 15 to 28
Sunday, September 28, 1958, Week 1The Detroit Lions played the Baltimore Colts in Champaign on Sunday, September 28, 1958, Week 1 of the 1958 season. The Colts won by a score of 28-15.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 | 109 | 73 | 4 | 12 |
Coaches
Head Coach: George Wilson Defensive Coordinator: Buster Ramsey Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Offensive Backfield Coach: John "Red" Cochran Ends Coach: Bob Dove Assistant Coach: Bob Nussbaumer Chief Talent Scout: Bob Nussbaumer
Baltimore Colts offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 416 | 250 | 166 | 1 | 26 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Offensive Line Coach: Herman Ball Defensive Backs Coach: Charley Winner Defensive Coach: John Bridgers Ends Coach: Robert Shaw