This isn’t the NFL’s first foray into New York—in 1921 there had been a team called Brickley’s Giants, but it folded after just two games. The owner of that team has been approached about renewing his franchise; he isn’t interested but suggests his friend Mara be owner.
Three other teams are also launched today: the Detroit Panthers, Providence Steam Rollers and Pottsville (Pa.) Maroons. Only the Giants survive as a franchise, although Providence will win the NFL championship in 1928.