San Francisco 49ers at Detroit Lions 17 to 20
Sunday, October 21, 1956, Week 4The San Francisco 49ers played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, October 21, 1956, Week 4 of the 1956 season. The Lions won by a score of 20-17.
San Francisco 49ers offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 257 | 67 | 190 | 2 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Frankie Albert Chief of Offense: Bill Johnson Offensive Backs Coach: Red Hickey Offensive Ends Coach: Red Hickey Defensive Backs Coach: Mark Duncan Defense: Phil Bengtson Assistant Coach: Joe Vetrano Chief Scout: Joe Vetrano
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393 | 149 | 244 | 1 | 25 |
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