Belt game 456 · November 11, 1956
Washington Redskins take the belt
Washington Redskins beat Detroit Lions 18–17 at home to start reign 133 of the NFL belt, the 9th for the franchise.
Detroit Lions had held it since October 6, 1956, with 4 defenses over 36 days.
Washington Redskins held it for 21 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to New York Giants on December 2, 1956.
133Reign number
9Team's reign
2Defenses
21Days held
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