Detroit Lions take the belt

Detroit Lions beat Green Bay Packers 23–14 on the road to start reign 61 of the NFL belt, the 4th for the franchise.

Green Bay Packers had held it since September 29, 1940, with 1 defense over 21 days.

Detroit Lions held it for 7 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Washington Commanders on October 27, 1940.