Which team entered the 1937 NFL season as an expansion franchise?
The Cleveland Rams entered the 1937 NFL season as an expansion franchise. This move added a new team to the league's roster for its 18th regular season.
Questions about 1937 NFL season
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When and where did the 1937 NFL draft take place?
The 1937 NFL draft took place on the 12th of December 1936 at New York City's Hotel Lincoln. The Philadelphia Eagles selected Sam Francis from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln with the first pick.
What were the jersey numeral requirements during the 1937 NFL season?
All players were required to wear numerals on their jerseys that sharply contrasted the jersey color. Numbers on the front had to be at least four inches tall while those on the back needed to be at least eight inches high.
Who won the 1937 NFL Championship Game and what was the final score?
The Washington Redskins defeated the Chicago Bears in the 1937 NFL Championship Game. The final score was twenty-eight to twenty-one at Wrigley Field in Chicago on the 12th of December 1937.
Which player led the 1937 NFL season in passing yards?
Sammy Baugh of Washington topped the league with eleven hundred twenty-seven passing yards. He served as a rookie quarterback who led his team to the championship victory.