The 1938 Providence Friars football team was an

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team that represented Providence College as an

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during the 1938 college football season. In their first year under head coach

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, the team compiled a 3–5 record. In January 1938, Devore was appointed as head coach of the Friars.

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Providence Providence Friars football seasons

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