1977 Rutgers Wing-T Offense Playbook

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Coach Frank R. Burns was the coach of the 1977 Rutgers football team.

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Frank R. Burns was a highly respected football coach who spent most of his career at Rutgers University. He was known for building the Rutgers program into a consistent winner during his tenure, and he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2002.

Frank R. Burns's teams at Rutgers were highly competitive during his tenure, and the 1977 team was one of his better squads. That year, Rutgers went 9-2 and finished second in the Eastern Independent Conference. The team was known for its strong defense, which allowed just 12.5 points per game.

Frank R. Burns's offense at Rutgers in 1977 was a pro style offense that relied heavily on the running game. The offense was led by running back James Betterson, who rushed for 1,154 yards and 10 touchdowns. Quarterback Bob Hohman threw for 1,063 yards and 10 touchdowns, but the offense was known for its strong running attack.