The

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season was their inaugural season in the AAFC. In their first season as a franchise, they finished last in their division, winning only two games. The team's statistical leaders included

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with 2,236 passing yards, Bus Mertes with 321 rushing yards, and

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with 702 receiving yards and 60 points scored.

Season schedule

Division standings

References

Baltimore Colts (1947–1950) seasons

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