Troy Trojans Football Trivia
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The 2000 football season was Troy's last as a member of which conference?
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SEC
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Southland
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Sun Belt
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Gulf South
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Explore the history of Troy Trojans Football with this trivia focusing on their 2000 season, key achievements, and transition to NCAA Division I. Test your knowledge on coaching, conference standings, and significant games, perfect for fans and sports history enthusiasts.
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Troy's football team began playing in what Division of NCAA Athletics in 2001?
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Division 1
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Division 2
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Division 3
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Division 4
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A. Division 1Explanation
Troy's football team began playing in Division 1 of NCAA Athletics in 2001. Division 1 is the highest level of competition in college sports, including football. This means that Troy's team competes against other top-level schools in terms of talent and resources. Being in Division 1 also signifies that the team is eligible for national championships and receives more visibility and recognition compared to teams in lower divisions.Rate this question:
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What was the only football team from its home state that Troy played in 2002?
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Arkansas
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Iowa State
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Alabama-Birmingham
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Mississippi State
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A. Alabama-BirminghamExplanation
In 2002, Troy played against multiple football teams from different states. However, the only team they played from their own home state was Alabama-Birmingham.Rate this question:
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The 2003 season was the Troy football team's last with what conference designation?
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Independent
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Conglomerated
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Unionized
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Autonomous
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A. IndependentExplanation
The 2003 season was the Troy football team's last as an independent team, meaning they were not affiliated with any specific conference. This suggests that they did not belong to any of the mentioned conference designations such as Conglomerated, Unionized, or Autonomous.Rate this question:
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The Troy Trojans football team joined which conference in 2004?
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Sun Belt
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SEC
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ACC
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C-USA
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A. Sun BeltExplanation
In 2004, the Troy Trojans football team joined the Sun Belt conference. This means that they became a member of the Sun Belt conference in that year.Rate this question:
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What Troy player was a first-round pick of the Dallas Cowboys in the 2004 NFL Draft?
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Leodis McKelvin
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Aaron Leak
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DeMarcus Ware
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Osi Umenyiora
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A. DeMarcus WareExplanation
DeMarcus Ware was a first-round pick of the Dallas Cowboys in the 2004 NFL Draft. This means that he was selected by the Cowboys in the first round of the draft that year.Rate this question:
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Which Troy senior was the 2004 Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year?
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DeWhitt Betterson
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DeMarcus Ware
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Osi Umenyiora
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Jason Samples
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A. DeMarcus WareExplanation
DeMarcus Ware was named the 2004 Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Year. This indicates that he was recognized as the top defensive player in the conference during that year.Rate this question:
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In 2005, Troy endured its first losing football season as a member of what conference?
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Southland
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Big 10
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Sun Belt
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SEC
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A. Sun BeltExplanation
In 2005, Troy endured its first losing football season as a member of the Sun Belt conference. This means that Troy University, a college football team, had previously been a member of the Sun Belt conference and had successful seasons, but in 2005, they had a losing season for the first time. The Sun Belt conference is a collegiate athletic conference that competes in the NCAA's Division I, and it includes schools from the southeastern United States.Rate this question:
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In which bowl game did the Troy Trojans play in 2006?
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Rose Bowl
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New Orleans Bowl
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Sugar Bowl
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Silicon Valley Bowl
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A. New Orleans BowlExplanation
In 2006, the Troy Trojans played in the New Orleans Bowl.Rate this question:
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What conference did Troy win in 2006, in its third season as a football member?
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SEC
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Sun Belt
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Big 12
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Big East
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A. Sun BeltExplanation
In 2006, Troy won the Sun Belt conference in its third season as a football member. This means that Troy was able to outperform the other teams in the Sun Belt conference that year and secure the conference championship. The Sun Belt conference is a collegiate athletic conference that consists of schools primarily located in the southern United States. Winning the conference title is a significant achievement for any team, as it demonstrates their dominance and success within their conference.Rate this question:
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What Troy football player was the MVP of the 2006 New Orleans Bowl?
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Osi Umenyiora
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Omar Haugabook
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Leodis McKelvin
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Gary Banks
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A. Omar HaugabookExplanation
Omar Haugabook was the MVP of the 2006 New Orleans Bowl because he had an outstanding performance during the game. He likely made significant contributions to his team's success, such as throwing for a high number of yards or touchdowns, leading his team to victory, or making crucial plays in key moments of the game.Rate this question:
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In 2000, Troy topped the regular season football standings of what conference?
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Southland
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SEC
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ACC
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Sun Belt
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A. SouthlandExplanation
In 2000, Troy topped the regular season football standings of the Southland conference.Rate this question:
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What Troy defensive end was taken by the New York Giants in the 2003 NFL Draft?
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Osi Umenyiora
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Leodis McKelvin
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LaBarron Black
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Davern Williams
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A. Osi UmenyioraExplanation
Osi Umenyiora was taken by the New York Giants in the 2003 NFL Draft.Rate this question:
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What was the only football team Troy defeated on the road in 2002?
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Georgia
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Florida State
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Florida
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Florida A&M
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A. Florida A&MExplanation
In 2002, Troy defeated Florida A&M on the road. This means that they played against Florida A&M in an away game and emerged victorious.Rate this question:
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Who did Troy defeat in 2004 for its first win over a Big 12 football team?
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Nebraska
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North Dakota
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Iowa State
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Missouri
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A. MissouriExplanation
In 2004, Troy defeated Missouri for its first win over a Big 12 football team.Rate this question:
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What football team dealt Troy its worst defeat of 2005, a 52-21 drubbing?
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South Carolina
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Harvard
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Missouri
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Florida Atlantic
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A. MissouriExplanation
In 2005, Troy suffered a 52-21 loss to Missouri, making it their worst defeat of the season.Rate this question:
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Who coached the Troy Trojans in 2000, its final year of Division I-AA football play?
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Robert Maddox
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Chan Gailey
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Larry Blakeney
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Rick Rhodes
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A. Larry BlakeneyExplanation
Larry Blakeney coached the Troy Trojans in 2000, which was their final year of Division I-AA football play.Rate this question:
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What team did Troy shut out for its first football victory in 2001?
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Middle Tennessee State
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Maryland
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Nicholls State
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Mississippi State
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A. Nicholls StateExplanation
In 2001, Troy achieved its first football victory by shutting out Nicholls State.Rate this question:
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The Troy Trojans defeated which SEC football team 21-9 in 2001?
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Mississippi State
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Maryland
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LSU
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Alabama
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A. Mississippi StateExplanation
In 2001, the Troy Trojans defeated Mississippi State with a score of 21-9 in a football game.Rate this question:
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Troy lost back-to-back football games in 2002 to teams from what BCS conference?
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Big 10
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Sun Belt
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Southland
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Big 12
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A. Big 12Explanation
Troy lost back-to-back football games in 2002 to teams from the Big 12 conference.Rate this question:
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Who rushed for 1,161 yards to lead the Troy Trojans in 2003?
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Mario Fraser
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Osi Umenyiora
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Aaron Leak
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DeWhitt Betterson
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A. DeWhitt BettersonExplanation
DeWhitt Betterson rushed for 1,161 yards to lead the Troy Trojans in 2003.Rate this question:
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In 2000, Troy led all Southland Conference football teams with how many victories?
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Three
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Eleven
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Nine
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Eight
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A. NineExplanation
In 2000, Troy had the highest number of victories among all Southland Conference football teams.Rate this question:
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Troy's football team became a member of what conference in 2001?
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SEC
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No Conference
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Sun Belt
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ACC
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A. No ConferenceExplanation
In 2001, Troy's football team did not become a member of any conference. This means that they did not join the SEC, Sun Belt, or ACC conferences. They either chose not to join any conference or were not accepted into any conference during that year.Rate this question:
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Who ran for 226 yards against Utah State in 2003, setting a Troy single-game record?
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DeWhitt Betterson
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Osi Umenyiora
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Eddie Brundidge
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LeBarron Black
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A. DeWhitt BettersonExplanation
DeWhitt Betterson ran for 226 yards against Utah State in 2003, setting a Troy single-game record.Rate this question:
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What Troy Trojan receiver threw a touchdown pass in 2003?
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Aaron Leak
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DeWhitt Betterson
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Osi Umenyiora
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Jason Samples
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A. Jason SamplesExplanation
Jason Samples is the correct answer because he was a Troy Trojan receiver in 2003 who threw a touchdown pass. This indicates that he not only caught passes but also had the ability to throw the ball effectively.Rate this question:
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What SEC football team thumped the Troy Trojans 45-20 in 2005?
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Kentucky
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Missouri
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Alabama
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South Carolina
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A. South CarolinaExplanation
In 2005, South Carolina football team defeated the Troy Trojans with a score of 45-20. This indicates that South Carolina had a dominant performance against Troy during that game.Rate this question:
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What Big 12 football team whipped Troy 52-21 in 2005?
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Missouri
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Nebraska
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Montana
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Oklahoma
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A. MissouriExplanation
In 2005, Missouri football team defeated Troy with a score of 52-21. This suggests that Missouri had a dominant performance in that game, outscoring their opponent by a significant margin. The other options, Nebraska, Montana, and Oklahoma, are not relevant to the question and do not have any connection to the mentioned game.Rate this question:
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What Troy quarterback was named the 2006 Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year?
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DeMarcus Ware
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Gary Banks
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Kenny Cattouse
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Omar Haugabook
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A. Omar HaugabookExplanation
Omar Haugabook was named the 2006 Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year.Rate this question:
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What Troy Trojan was chosen in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft?
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Leodis McKelvin
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DeMarcus Ware
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Omar Haugabook
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Osi Umenyiora
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A. Leodis McKelvinExplanation
Leodis McKelvin was chosen in the first round of the 2008 NFL Draft.Rate this question:
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What Troy Trojan led the nation with eight interceptions in 2007?
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Elbert Mack
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Gary Banks
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Kenny Cattouse
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Leodis McKelvin
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A. Elbert MackExplanation
Elbert Mack led the nation with eight interceptions in 2007.Rate this question:
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