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Factoid 336 -- Which team holds the record for the fewest points allowed in a season in the FBS division of college football?

Date: 12/15/14

Villanova gave up seven points in the 1937 season, while Duke gave up seven points in the 1938 season. They are tied for the record.


Villanova’s Logo
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In 1937 Villanova went 8-0-1. They gave up their lone touchdown vs. Marquette on November 6, 1937. This game ended up in a tie and the only blemish on Villanova’s season. At the time Villanova was an independent and played in Division 1; they are not in the FBS division presently. They finished the season ranked 6th in the final AP Poll.


Wade Wallace coach of the Duke Blue Devils
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In 1938 the Duke Blue Devils went 9-1. They gave up their lone touchdown in the Rose Bowl vs. USC; they also lost this game 3-7. They finished ranked 3rd in the Final AP Poll. Wade Wallace was their coach; he coached Alabama before then.


Factoid 335 - Which team holds the record for the most points scored in a season in the FBS division of college football?
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