1961 Eastern Michigan Hurons football team

In their 10th season under head coach Fred Trosko, the Hurons compiled a 0–8–1 record (0–6 in conference games), finished last in the IIAC, and were outscored by a total of 171 to 49.

[1] The team's only game that was not a loss was a scoreless tie with Ball State.

[4] Jacobs was also selected as a first-team all-IIAC player on both offense (at center) and on defense (at guard).

[6] The team played its home games at Briggs Field in Ypsilanti, Michigan.

[1] Senior quarterback George Beaudette (6'2", 215 pounds) completed 50 of 155 passes (32.2%) for 696 yards with three touchdowns and 14 interceptions.