Reichow saw relief duty at quarterback in the 1957 NFL Championship Game, when Rote left the game with the Lions leading, 52–14. He threw a 17 yard touchdown pass to Heisman Trophy winner Hop-along Cassady and the game finished 59-14.
Reichow assumed quarterback duties in the 1957 NFL Championship Game when Rote was incapacitated and departed the contest with the Lions holding a commanding advantage of 52–14. Reichow subsequently completed a 17 yard touchdown pass to Heisman Trophy winner Hop-along Cassady, resulting in a final score of 59-14.