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== Offense == |
== Offense == |
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The 1970 Giants offense was led by [[Pro Bowl]] performers, Quarterback [[Frank Tarkenton]], and Running Back [[Ron A. Johnson]]. The team was in the top ten in several offensive categories including points yards and first downs. The team had over one hundred rushing yards in eleven of its fourteen games, including 202 yards in a week eight win against the Dallas Cowboys. The offense struggled when the team failed to run the ball well, as shown in a week fourteen loss to the [[Los Angeles Rams]] in which the Giants rushed for only 50 yards. When the team was able to run the ball and play defense they were able to win games, as shown by the fact that in all their wins, they had a hundred or more rushing yards.<ref>"1970 New York Giants". Sports Reference. 3/12/08 <http://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/nyg/1970.htm?redir>. </ref> |
The 1970 Giants offense was led by [[Pro Bowl]] performers, Quarterback [[Frank Tarkenton]], and Running Back [[Ron A. Johnson]]. The team was in the top ten in several offensive categories including points yards and first downs. The team had over one hundred rushing yards in eleven of its fourteen games, including 202 yards in a week eight win against the Dallas Cowboys. The offense struggled when the team failed to run the ball well, as shown in a week fourteen loss to the [[Los Angeles Rams]] in which the Giants rushed for only 50 yards. When the team was able to run the ball and play defense they were able to win games, as shown by the fact that in all their wins, they had a hundred or more rushing yards. The leading passer was Frank Tarkenton, the leading rusher was Ron A. Johnson, and the leading reciever was Clifton Mcneil<ref>"1970 New York Giants". Sports Reference. 3/12/08 <http://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/nyg/1970.htm?redir>. </ref> |
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== Defense == |
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The best defensive game by far for the Giants was the shutout of the [[Boston Patriots]] in a week 5 victory. In that game the Giants allowed only 155 total offensive yards. The team leader in interceptions for the Giants was Willie Williams, who had 6 interceptions for 114 total interception yards.<ref>"1970 New York Giants". Database Sports. 3/12/08 <http://www.databasefootball.com/teams/teamyear.htm?tm=NYG&yr=1970&lg=nfl>.</ref> |
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== Special Teams == |
== Special Teams == |
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The Kicker for the Giants that season was Pete Gogolak. Gogolak was a perfect 32 of 32 in extra points but missed alot of field goals, going 25 for 41 on the year, with his longest being a kick of 54 yards. Bill Johnson and Ernie Koy shared punting duties for the Giants, each was average for the position. Bobby Duhon and Les Shy were the main kick and punt returners, though neither returned a kick for a touchdown.<ref>"1970 New York Giants". Database Sports. 3/12/08 <http://www.databasefootball.com/teams/teamyear.htm?tm=NYG&yr=1970&lg=nfl>.</ref> |
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== Giants 1970 Draft == |
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This is a list of draft picks, taken by the Giants in the 1970 NFL Draft. This list includes the tound taken, school, and position of the player selected.<ref>"1970 New York Giants". Database Sports. 3/12/08 <http://www.databasefootball.com/teams/teamyear.htm?tm=NYG&yr=1970&lg=nfl>.</ref> |
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1 - Jim Files, Oklahoma, LB |
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4 - Wes Grant, UCLA, DE |
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5 - Claude Brumfield, Tennessee State, G |
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6 - Duane Miller, Drake, WR |
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9 - Pat Hughes, Boston University, C |
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10 - Matt Fortier, Fairmont State, DE |
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11 - Alan Pitcaithley, Oregon, RB |
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12 - Larry Nels, Wyoming, LB |
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13 - Gary Inskeep, Wisconsin-Stout, T |
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14 - Rodney Brand, Arkansas, C |
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15 - Warren Muir, South Carolina, RB |
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16 - Vic Nolting, Xavier, DB |
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17 - Walter Breaux, Grambling, DT |
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== Games == |
== Games == |
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| 1970 New York Giants season | |
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| Head coach | Alex Webster |
| Home field | Yankee Stadium |
| Results | |
| Record | 9-5 |
| Division place | 2nd NFC East |
| Playoff finish | No playoffs |
The 1970 New York Giants was the 46th season for the professional American football franchise. This was the first season for the Giants after the AFL-NFL merger, in which ten American Football League teams joined the National Football League. The team was led by second-year head coach Alex Webster. The Giants finished the season 9-5, missing the playoffs by losing their season finale against the Los Angeles Rams. The Giants second in their division, a game behind the Dallas Cowboys. They were also only one game out a wild card playoff spot.
Offense
The 1970 Giants offense was led by Pro Bowl performers, Quarterback Frank Tarkenton, and Running Back Ron A. Johnson. The team was in the top ten in several offensive categories including points yards and first downs. The team had over one hundred rushing yards in eleven of its fourteen games, including 202 yards in a week eight win against the Dallas Cowboys. The offense struggled when the team failed to run the ball well, as shown in a week fourteen loss to the Los Angeles Rams in which the Giants rushed for only 50 yards. When the team was able to run the ball and play defense they were able to win games, as shown by the fact that in all their wins, they had a hundred or more rushing yards. The leading passer was Frank Tarkenton, the leading rusher was Ron A. Johnson, and the leading reciever was Clifton Mcneil[1]
Defense
The best defensive game by far for the Giants was the shutout of the Boston Patriots in a week 5 victory. In that game the Giants allowed only 155 total offensive yards. The team leader in interceptions for the Giants was Willie Williams, who had 6 interceptions for 114 total interception yards.[2]
Special Teams
The Kicker for the Giants that season was Pete Gogolak. Gogolak was a perfect 32 of 32 in extra points but missed alot of field goals, going 25 for 41 on the year, with his longest being a kick of 54 yards. Bill Johnson and Ernie Koy shared punting duties for the Giants, each was average for the position. Bobby Duhon and Les Shy were the main kick and punt returners, though neither returned a kick for a touchdown.[3]
Giants 1970 Draft
This is a list of draft picks, taken by the Giants in the 1970 NFL Draft. This list includes the tound taken, school, and position of the player selected.[4]
1 - Jim Files, Oklahoma, LB 4 - Wes Grant, UCLA, DE 5 - Claude Brumfield, Tennessee State, G 6 - Duane Miller, Drake, WR 9 - Pat Hughes, Boston University, C 10 - Matt Fortier, Fairmont State, DE 11 - Alan Pitcaithley, Oregon, RB 12 - Larry Nels, Wyoming, LB 13 - Gary Inskeep, Wisconsin-Stout, T 14 - Rodney Brand, Arkansas, C 15 - Warren Muir, South Carolina, RB 16 - Vic Nolting, Xavier, DB 17 - Walter Breaux, Grambling, DT
Games
| Week | Date | Opponent | Result | Game site |
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| 1 | 1970-09-19 | Chicago Bears | L 24-16 | Yankee Stadium |
| 2 | 1970-09-27 | Dallas Cowboys | L 28-10 | Cotton Bowl |
| 3 | 1970-10-04 | New Orleans Saints | L 14-10 | Tulane Stadium |
| 4 | 1970-10-11 | Philadelphia Eagles | W 30-23 | Yankee Stadium |
| 5 | 1970-10-18 | Boston Patriots | W 16-0 | Harvard Stadium |
| 6 | 1970-10-25 | St. Louis Cardinals | W 35-17 | Yankee Stadium |
| 7 | 1970-11-01 | New York Jets | W 22-10 | Shea Stadium |
| 8 | 1970-11-08 | Dallas Cowboys | W 23-20 | Yankee Stadium |
| 9 | 1970-11-15 | Washington Redskins | W 35-33 | Yankee Stadium |
| 10 | 1970-11-23 | Philadelphia Eagles | L 23-20 | Franklin Field |
| 11 | 1970-11-29 | Washington Redskins | W 27-24 | Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium |
| 12 | 1970-12-06 | Buffalo Bills | W 20-6 | Yankee Stadium |
| 13 | 1970-12-13 | St. Louis Cardinals | W 34-17 | Busch Memorial Stadium |
| 14 | 1970-12-20 | Los Angeles Rams | L 31-3 | Yankee Stadium |
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- ^ "1970 New York Giants". Sports Reference. 3/12/08 <http://www.pro-football-reference.com/teams/nyg/1970.htm?redir>.
- ^ "1970 New York Giants". Database Sports. 3/12/08 <http://www.databasefootball.com/teams/teamyear.htm?tm=NYG&yr=1970&lg=nfl>.
- ^ "1970 New York Giants". Database Sports. 3/12/08 <http://www.databasefootball.com/teams/teamyear.htm?tm=NYG&yr=1970&lg=nfl>.
- ^ "1970 New York Giants". Database Sports. 3/12/08 <http://www.databasefootball.com/teams/teamyear.htm?tm=NYG&yr=1970&lg=nfl>.
