Has any NFL team ever played an entire game without recording a single first down?

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Has any NFL team ever played an entire game without recording a single first down?

Question #149062. Asked by triviadude289.
Last updated Nov 29 2022.
Originally posted Nov 27 2022 1:05 AM.

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Actually, according to this site, 2 teams have had that 'honor'. The Denver Broncos in 1966 & the New York Giants in 1942.

https://www.statmuse.com/nfl/ask/which-team-has-the-fewest-first-downs-in-a-game

Nov 27 2022, 2:58 AM

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The Denver Broncos of 1966 were still playing in the AFL. Although a merger agreement with the NFL was reached in June 1966, the leagues still played separately (other than the Super Bowl) until 1970.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Football_League

Has any NFL team ever played an entire game without recording a single first down?

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