1947 All-America Football Conference Regular Season
The 1947 season of the All-America Football Conference (AAFC), a professional American football league, showcased a competitive landscape across its Eastern and Western Divisions. The season was marked by dominant performances from top-tier franchises and a struggle for consistency among the league's lower-ranked teams.
The Opening Week Action
The regular season commenced on Friday, August 29, featuring a matchup between the Los Angeles Dons and the Chicago Rockets. Led by former Washington Redskins coach Dudley DeGroot, the Dons secured a narrow 24–21 victory. The game drew a crowd of 41,812 spectators, which represented approximately 70% of the attendance seen during the previous season.
The opening weekend continued on Sunday, August 31, with two additional contests. At Kezar Stadium, the San Francisco 49ers defeated the Brooklyn Dodgers with a score of 23–7 in front of 31,874 fans. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Bills edged out the New York Yankees 28–24, attracting 32,385 attendees.
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Key Facts
- The Cleveland Browns finished with the best overall record in the league at 12–1.
- The New York Yankees led the Eastern Division with 11 wins.
- The Chicago Rockets struggled significantly, ending the season with only one victory.
- Tie games were not officially counted toward the final standings percentages.
- The season opener saw a decline in attendance, reaching only 70% of the prior year's figures.
Final Standings and Performance
The AAFC was split into two divisions. In the East, the New York Yankees dominated the field, while the Baltimore Colts struggled at the bottom. In the West, the Cleveland Browns maintained a nearly perfect record, establishing themselves as a powerhouse of the era.
| Division | Team | Wins | Losses | Ties | Winning % | Points For | Points Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern | New York Yankees | 11 | 2 | 1 | .846 | 378 | 239 |
| Eastern | Buffalo Bills | 8 | 4 | 2 | .667 | 320 | 288 |
| Eastern | Brooklyn Dodgers | 3 | 10 | 1 | .231 | 181 | 340 |
| Eastern | Baltimore Colts | 2 | 11 | 1 | .154 | 167 | 377 |
| Western | Cleveland Browns | 12 | 1 | 0 | .923 | 410 | 185 |
| Western | San Francisco 49ers | 8 | 4 | 2 | .667 | 327 | 264 |
| Western | Los Angeles Dons | 7 | 7 | 0 | .500 | 328 | 256 |
| Western | Chicago Rockets | 1 | 13 | 0 | .071 | 263 | 425 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team had the best record in the 1947 AAFC season?
The Cleveland Browns had the best record in the league, finishing the season with 12 wins and only 1 loss, resulting in a winning percentage of .923.
Who won the Eastern Division in 1947?
The New York Yankees won the Eastern Division with a record of 11 wins, 2 losses, and 1 tie.
How were tie games handled in the official standings?
Tie games were not officially counted when calculating the standings and winning percentages.
Which team performed the worst in the 1947 season?
The Chicago Rockets had the worst performance, finishing the season with a record of 1 win and 13 losses.
Who coached the Los Angeles Dons during the season opener?
The Los Angeles Dons were coached by Dudley DeGroot, a former coach for the Washington Redskins.