The 1977 Colgate Red Raiders football team was an American football team that represented Colgate University as an independent during the 1977 NCAA Division I football season. In its second season under head coach Frederick Dunlap, the team compiled a 10–1 record. Mike Foley and Gary Hartwig were the team captains.
The team played its home games at Andy Kerr Stadium in Hamilton, New York.
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Leading players Three trophies were awarded to the Red Raiders' most valuable players in 1977: Two players received the Andy Kerr Trophy, awarded to the most valuable offensive player: Bob Relph, quarterback, and Henry White, running back. Gary Hartwig, defensive end, received the Hal W. Lahar Trophy, awarded to the most valuable defensive player.
Statistical leaders for the 1977 Red Raiders included: Rushing: Henry White, 1,032 yards and 5 touchdowns on 131 attempts Passing: Bob Relph, 2,178 yards, 142 completions and 20 touchdowns on 241 attempts Receiving: Dick Slenker, 782 yards and 7 touchdowns on 44 receptions Total offense: Bob Relph, 2,405 yards (2,178 passing, 227 rushing) Scoring: Pat Healy, 74 points from 11 touchdowns and 4 two-point conversions All-purpose yards: Henry White, 1,877 yards (1,056 rushing, 448 kickoff returning, 306 receiving, 67 punt returning) Tackles: Doug Curtis, 116 total tackles Sacks: Gary Hartwig, 6 quarterback sacks
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