1961 Dayton Flyers football team

The 1961 Dayton Flyers football team was an American football team represented the University of Dayton as an independent during the 1961 college football season. In their second year under head coach Scott Zajden, the Flyers compiled a 2–8 record and were outscored by a total of 245 to 98.

Quarterback Dan Laughlin led the team 530 passing yards. Junior left halfback Andy Timura led the team with 397 rushing yards, 468 receiving yards, and 30 points scored.