The 1937 Manhattan Jaspers football team was an

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team that represented

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as an independent during the

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. In its sixth and final season under head coach

Chick Meehan John Francis "Chick" Meehan (September 5, 1893 – November 9, 1972) was an American football player and coach. He served as the head football coach at Syracuse University (1920–1924), New York University (1925–1931), and Manhattan Colleg ...

, the team compiled a 6–3–1 record and outscored opponents by a total of 86 to 84.

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Manhattan Jaspers football seasons

Manhattan Jaspers football The Manhattan Jaspers are composed of 19 teams representing Manhattan College in intercollegiate athletics. The Jaspers compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Manhattan College fields 19 NCAA Div ...