Baltimore Colts at Detroit Lions 3 to 27
Sunday, November 18, 1956, Week 8The Baltimore Colts played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, November 18, 1956, Week 8 of the 1956 season. The Lions won by a score of 27-3. The Lions swept the Colts for the 1956 season.
Baltimore Colts offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 356 | 298 | 58 | 2 | 15 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Weeb Ewbank Offensive Line Coach: Herman Ball Defensive Backs Coach: Charley Winner Ends Coach: Red Cumiskey
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393 | 153 | 240 | 1 | 26 |
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