Detroit Lions at San Francisco 49ers 17 to 13

Sunday, November 4, 1956, Week 6

The Detroit Lions played the San Francisco 49ers in San Francisco on Sunday, November 4, 1956, Week 6 of the 1956 season. The Lions won by a score of 17-13. The Lions swept the 49ers for the 1956 season.


Detroit Lions offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
283 89 194 3 19

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


San Francisco 49ers offense

Total yards Pass yards Rush yards Turnovers First downs
246 153 93 3 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