1961 Cortland State Red Dragons football team

In their 30th year under head coach Carl A. Davis, the Red Dragons compiled a 4–3 record and outscored opponents by a total of 209 to 118.

[1][2] Quarterback Michael "Mickey" Nugent led the team with 552 yards of total offense.

[2] The team's passing leaders were junior quarterback Michael "Mickey" Nugent (41 of 87 for 573 yards, five touchdowns and six interceptions) and quarterback George Tucci (21 of 50 for 261 yards with two touchdowns and nine interceptions).

[2][10] The team's rushing leaders were junior fullback John O'Connor (245 yards, 61 carries) and junior halfback Bill Yelverton (194 yards, 47 carries).

He also kicked two field goals and converted one of two extra points conversions.