1961 Cleveland Browns season Exhibition schedule Exhibition schedule

| Week | Date_ | Opponent | Result_ | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | August 11, 1961 | at Detroit Lions | L 35–7 | 25602 |
| 2 | August 20, 1961 | at San Francisco 49ers | W 27–24 | 38759 |
| 3 | August 25, 1961 | at Los Angeles Rams | W 34–17 | 40086 |
| 4 | September 2, 1961 | vs. Pittsburgh Steelers at Akron | W 38–6 | 27758 |
| 5 | September 9, 1961 | Detroit Lions | L 35–17 | 41374 |