Washington Redskins at Detroit Lions 17 to 35
Sunday, September 30, 1951, Week 1The Washington Redskins played the Detroit Lions in Detroit on Sunday, September 30, 1951, Week 1 of the 1951 season. The Lions won by a score of 35-17.
Washington Redskins offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 286 | 99 | 187 | 0 | 18 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Herman Ball
Detroit Lions offense
| Total yards | Pass yards | Rush yards | Turnovers | First downs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 515 | 310 | 205 | 1 | 30 |
Coaches
Head Coach: Buddy Parker Offensive Line Coach: Aldo Forte Ends Coach: George Wilson Assistant Coach: Earl Brown