The 1961 Colgate Red Raiders football team was an American football team that represented Colgate University as an independent during the 1961 college football season.
In its third season under head coach Alva Kelley, the team compiled a 5–4 record.
Kenneth Kerr was the team captain.
[1] The team played its home games at Colgate Athletic Field in Hamilton, New York.
Statistical leaders for the 1961 Red Raiders included:[11]