1927 New York Giants season | |
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Head coach | Earl Potteiger |
Home field | Polo Grounds |
Results | |
Record | 11–1–1 |
League place | 1st NFL |
The 1927 New York Giants season was the third season for the club in the National Football League (NFL), and first under head coach Earl Potteiger. The Giants suffered their only loss and sole tie to the Cleveland Bulldogs. They were ranked first in yards allowed, yards gained, and points allowed. And were second in points scored. Over the entire season the Giants scored 197 points and allowed 20. The team was led in scoring by fullback Jack McBride who scored 57 points, with six rushing touchdowns, two field goals and 15 extra points. They then lost an exhibition game on December 26, 1927 in Oklahoma to Otto and Ira Hamilton's Hominy Indians (all Native American team), 13–6 (Documentary: Playground of the Native Son).
Note: Tie games were not officially counted in the standings until 1972.