Detroit Lions at New York Giants 27 to 16
Sunday, December 13, 1953, Week 12The Detroit Lions played the New York Giants in New York City on Sunday, December 13, 1953, Week 12 of the 1953 season. The Lions won by a score of 27-16. With this game, the Giants finished the season 2-4-0 at home, while the Lions finished 5-1-0 on the road for the 1953 season.
The Giants finished the season with a record of 3-9-0, while the Lions finished the season at 10-2-0.
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 354 | 207 | 147 | 2 | 16 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Buddy Parker Defensive Coordinator: Buster Ramsey Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Ends Coach: George Wilson Assistant Coach: Russ Thomas
New York Giants offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 268 | 205 | 63 | 5 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Steve Owen Line Coach: Ed Kolman