The team compiled an undefeated 3–0 record and outscored opponents by a total of 47 to 0 in games against Loomis Institute (a private boarding school), New Haven Naval Base, and Trinity College.

[3] No Yale player received first-team honors on the 1917 College Football All-America Team.

In his place, Arthur Brides served as the team's coach.

John Mack was the trainer and Brides' chief assistant coach.

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