Detroit Lions were champions for the first time on this day in 1935
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The Detroit Lions defeated the New York Giants for their first National Football League Championship at the University of Detroit Stadium. 15,000 braved the wintery conditions. Each of the Lions received $7,207 for their victory, while each of the Giants received $33,477.
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The game gross was $33,477
The Lions got $7,208 and the Giants $4,804 to divide among themselves.