Who won the 1937 NFL Championship Game?
The Washington Redskins won the 1937 NFL Championship Game, defeating the Chicago Bears 28-21 at Wrigley Field in Chicago on the 12th of December 1937. The Redskins were led by rookie quarterback Sammy Baugh.
Questions about 1937 NFL season
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Who was Sammy Baugh and what did he accomplish in the 1937 NFL season?
Sammy Baugh was a rookie quarterback for the Washington Redskins in 1937. He led the league in passing that season with 1,127 yards and guided Washington to the NFL championship.
What teams were new or relocated in the 1937 NFL season?
The Cleveland Rams joined the NFL as an expansion team in 1937, with Hugo Bezdek hired as head coach. The Washington Redskins relocated from Boston, moving from Fenway Park to Griffith Stadium in Washington, D.C.
What were the major rule changes in the 1937 NFL season?
Three rules changed for the 1937 season. All players were required to wear jersey numerals in a contrasting color, with front numbers at least six inches tall and back numbers at least eight inches. Kickoffs going out of bounds were placed at the opponent's 35-yard line or ten yards from where they crossed the sideline. An illegal forward pass beyond the line of scrimmage now carried a loss of down and a five-yard penalty.
Who led the 1937 NFL season in rushing and receiving?
Cliff Battles of Washington led the league in rushing with 874 yards. Gaynell Tinsley of the Chicago Cardinals led in receiving with 675 yards.
Where was the 1937 NFL Draft held and who was the first pick?
The 1937 NFL Draft was held on the 12th of December 1936, at the Hotel Lincoln in New York City. The Philadelphia Eagles held the first overall pick and selected running back Sam Francis from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.