Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers 20 to 16
Sunday, September 30, 1956, Week 1The Detroit Lions played the Green Bay Packers in Green Bay on Sunday, September 30, 1956, Week 1 of the 1956 season. The Lions won by a score of 20-16.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 375 | 200 | 175 | 2 | 23 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Buddy Parker Defensive Coordinator: Buster Ramsey Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Offensive Backfield Coach: John "Red" Cochran Ends Coach: George Wilson Player Talent Scout: Bob Nussbaumer
Green Bay Packers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 160 | 88 | 72 | 2 | 10 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Lisle Blackbourn Defensive Line Coach: Earl Klapstein Defensive Backs Coach: Abe Stuber Backs Coach: Ray McLean Line Coach: Lou Rymkus