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    Which position did sophomore Hakeem Nicks play for the North Carolina Tar Heels offense in 2006?

    • Center
    • Tackle
    • Quarterback
    • Wide Receiver
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Explore your knowledge of North Carolina Tar Heels Football with this engaging quiz. Covering key players and their positions from various seasons, it tests your recall and understanding of team history and player achievements, enhancing your appreciation for college football.

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  • 2. 

    Which junior quarterback led the North Carolina Tar Heels with 2,676 offensive yards in 2000?

    • Ronald Curry

    • Brandon Russell

    • Clay Roberson

    • Ryan Sims

    Correct Answer
    A. Ronald Curry
    Explanation
    Ronald Curry is the correct answer because he was the junior quarterback who led the North Carolina Tar Heels with 2,676 offensive yards in 2000. This indicates that he was the most productive and successful quarterback on the team during that season.

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  • 3. 

    A team high of 78 points was posted by which North Carolina Tar Heels junior placekicker in 2000?

    • Sam Aiken

    • David Stevenson

    • Kory Bailey

    • Jeff Reed

    Correct Answer
    A. Jeff Reed
    Explanation
    Jeff Reed is the correct answer because he was the North Carolina Tar Heels junior placekicker who posted a team high of 78 points in 2000. This means that he scored the most points for the team during that season, showcasing his skill and contribution to the team's success.

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  • 4. 

    Eight sacks for the 2000 season was a team high for which North Carolina Tar Heels junior DE?

    • Blake Ferguson

    • Marcus Jones

    • Joey Evans

    • Danny Davis

    Correct Answer
    A. Joey Evans
    Explanation
    Joey Evans had the highest number of sacks for the 2000 season among the North Carolina Tar Heels junior DEs.

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  • 5. 

    Errol Hood played what defensive position for North Carolina Tar Heels football from 1998-2001?

    • Tackle

    • Middle Linebacker

    • Safety

    • Cornerback

    Correct Answer
    A. Cornerback
    Explanation
    Errol Hood played the cornerback position for the North Carolina Tar Heels football team from 1998-2001. The cornerback is a defensive position responsible for covering wide receivers and preventing them from catching passes. They play on the outside edges of the defensive formation and are often involved in one-on-one matchups with opposing receivers. Hood's role as a cornerback would have required him to have good speed, agility, and coverage skills to effectively defend against the passing game.

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  • 6. 

    Junior CB Errol Hood and which sophomore CB both had 12 pass breakups for North Carolina in 2000?

    • Luke Huard

    • Michael Waddell

    • Zach Hilton

    • John Lafferty

    Correct Answer
    A. Michael Waddell
    Explanation
    In 2000, both Junior CB Errol Hood and sophomore CB Michael Waddell had 12 pass breakups for North Carolina.

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  • 7. 

    Which defensive position did junior Julius Peppers play as a North Carolina Tar Heel in 2001?

    • Defensive End

    • Cornerback

    • Linebacker

    • Free Safety

    Correct Answer
    A. Defensive End
    Explanation
    In 2001, as a North Carolina Tar Heel, junior Julius Peppers played as a Defensive End. This position is responsible for defending against the opposing team's running plays and rushing the quarterback. Peppers likely used his athleticism and size to excel in this role, using his speed and strength to disrupt the opposing team's offense and make tackles behind the line of scrimmage.

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  • 8. 

    Which North Carolina Tar Heels junior DE won both the Lombardi and Chuck Bednarik Awards in 2001?

    • Isaac Mooring

    • Julius Peppers

    • Justin Barton

    • Jonathan Cork

    Correct Answer
    A. Julius Peppers
    Explanation
    Julius Peppers is the correct answer because he was a North Carolina Tar Heels junior DE who won both the Lombardi and Chuck Bednarik Awards in 2001.

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  • 9. 

    Which junior DE had a team-high four sacks in a 2001 North Carolina Tar Heels game against Virginia?

    • Julius Peppers

    • Adam Metts

    • Anthony Perkins

    • Greg Woofter

    Correct Answer
    A. Julius Peppers
    Explanation
    Julius Peppers is the correct answer because he had the most sacks in a 2001 North Carolina Tar Heels game against Virginia.

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  • 10. 

    In the 2008 Meineke Car Care Bowl, the UNC Tar Heels were defeated 30-31 by which Big East team?

    • UAB Blazers

    • Houston Cougars

    • Arizona Wildcats

    • West Virginia Mountaineers

    Correct Answer
    A. West Virginia Mountaineers
    Explanation
    In the 2008 Meineke Car Care Bowl, the UNC Tar Heels were defeated by the West Virginia Mountaineers with a score of 30-31.

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  • 11. 

    Which ACC team defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels by their largest margin of 52 points in 2002?

    • Indiana Hoosiers

    • Nebraska Cornhuskers

    • Maryland Terrapins

    • Army Black Knights

    Correct Answer
    A. Maryland Terrapins
    Explanation
    In 2002, the Maryland Terrapins defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels by their largest margin of 52 points.

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  • 12. 

    Which North Carolina Tar Heels sophomore TB rushed for 102 yards in a game vs. Duke in 2002?

    • Doug Justice

    • Jeb Terry

    • Jacque Lewis

    • Tony Pigford

    Correct Answer
    A. Jacque Lewis
    Explanation
    Jacque Lewis is the correct answer because he rushed for 102 yards in a game against Duke in 2002.

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  • 13. 

    From 1999-2002, which North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver had 2,205 career receiving yards?

    • Jupiter Wilson

    • Greg Warren

    • Sam Aiken

    • Isaac Mooring

    Correct Answer
    A. Sam Aiken
    Explanation
    Sam Aiken is the correct answer because he was a wide receiver for the North Carolina Tar Heels from 1999 to 2002 and he had a career total of 2,205 receiving yards during that time.

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  • 14. 

    What C-USA football team did the North Carolina Tar Heels beat 30-9 at their 2000 season opener?

    • Miami University RedHawks

    • Tulsa Golden Hurricane

    • BYU Cougars

    • Texas Tech Red Raiders

    Correct Answer
    A. Tulsa Golden Hurricane
    Explanation
    The North Carolina Tar Heels beat the Tulsa Golden Hurricane 30-9 at their 2000 season opener.

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  • 15. 

    In the final game of 2000, what ACC team did the North Carolina Tar Heels football team defeat 59-21?

    • Duke Blue Devils

    • California Golden Bears

    • Air Force Falcons

    • Boise State Broncos

    Correct Answer
    A. Duke Blue Devils
    Explanation
    In the final game of 2000, the North Carolina Tar Heels football team defeated the Duke Blue Devils with a score of 59-21.

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  • 16. 

    North Carolina junior Sam Aiken played what position for Tar Heels football offense in 2001?

    • Tight End

    • Wide Receiver

    • Fullback

    • Guard

    Correct Answer
    A. Wide Receiver
    Explanation
    In 2001, Sam Aiken played the position of Wide Receiver for the Tar Heels football offense at North Carolina. As a wide receiver, Aiken would have been responsible for catching passes from the quarterback and running routes to gain yards and score touchdowns. This position requires speed, agility, and good catching abilities.

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  • 17. 

    Which SEC team did North Carolina Tar Heels football defeat 16-10 at the 2001 Peach Bowl?

    • Auburn Tigers

    • Virginia Cavaliers

    • Boise State Broncos

    • Wyoming Cowboys

    Correct Answer
    A. Auburn Tigers
    Explanation
    In the 2001 Peach Bowl, the North Carolina Tar Heels football team defeated the Auburn Tigers with a score of 16-10. This indicates that North Carolina was able to outperform Auburn and secure a victory in the game.

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  • 18. 

    The North Carolina Tar Heels were defeated 27-41 by what team at the 2001 Hispanic Fund Football Classic?

    • Nebraska Cornhuskers

    • Florida Gators

    • Ohio State Buckeyes

    • Oklahoma Sooners

    Correct Answer
    A. Oklahoma Sooners
    Explanation
    In the 2001 Hispanic Fund Football Classic, the North Carolina Tar Heels were defeated by the Oklahoma Sooners with a score of 27-41.

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  • 19. 

    In 2001, 789 receiving yards was a team high for which North Carolina junior WR?

    • Will Chapman

    • Willie Parker

    • Andre Williams

    • Sam Aiken

    Correct Answer
    A. Sam Aiken
    Explanation
    In 2001, Sam Aiken had the highest receiving yards among the North Carolina junior WRs with 789 yards.

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  • 20. 

    Which North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver had 14 career receiving TDs from 1998-2001?

    • Kitwana Jones

    • Michael Harris

    • Kory Bailey

    • Cory Locklear

    Correct Answer
    A. Kory Bailey
    Explanation
    Kory Bailey is the correct answer because he is the North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver who had 14 career receiving touchdowns from 1998-2001.

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  • 21. 

    Who became coach of North Carolina Tar Heels football after John Bunting left in 2006?

    • Butch Davis

    • Hector Cowan

    • Mack Brown

    • Lawrence Taylor

    Correct Answer
    A. Butch Davis
    Explanation
    After John Bunting left in 2006, Butch Davis became the coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels football team.

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  • 22. 

    Who was head coach of North Carolina Tar Heels football at the 2004 Continental Tire Bowl?

    • William Warner

    • John Bunting

    • Julius Peppers

    • Carl Torbush

    Correct Answer
    A. John Bunting
    Explanation
    John Bunting was the head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels football team at the 2004 Continental Tire Bowl.

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  • 23. 

    Which ACC team defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels 24-30 at the 2004 Continental Tire Bowl?

    • Boston College Eagles

    • Miami University RedHawks

    • Florida Atlantic Owls

    • BYU Cougars

    Correct Answer
    A. Boston College Eagles
    Explanation
    In the 2004 Continental Tire Bowl, the North Carolina Tar Heels were defeated by the Boston College Eagles with a score of 24-30.

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  • 24. 

    A total of 166 tackles was a team high for which North Carolina Tar Heels junior FS in 2002?

    • Harry Lewis

    • Eric Davis

    • Dexter Reid

    • Jacques Dumas

    Correct Answer
    A. Dexter Reid
    Explanation
    Dexter Reid had the highest number of tackles, with a total of 166, among the North Carolina Tar Heels junior FS in 2002.

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  • 25. 

    What position did senior Trimane Goddard play for North Carolina football defense in 2008?

    • Linebacker

    • Safety

    • Tailback

    • Cornerback

    Correct Answer
    A. Safety
    Explanation
    In 2008, senior Trimane Goddard played the position of safety for the North Carolina football defense.

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  • 26. 

    How many completions did North Carolina Tar Heels junior quarterback Ronald Curry have to lead the team in 2000?

    • 45

    • 402

    • 87

    • 163

    Correct Answer
    A. 163
    Explanation
    In 2000, North Carolina Tar Heels junior quarterback Ronald Curry completed 163 passes, which led the team.

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  • 27. 

    What was North Carolina Tar Heels football's largest margin of defeat in 2000 versus Florida State?

    • 82 Points

    • 49 Points

    • 7 Points

    • 21 Points

    Correct Answer
    A. 49 Points
    Explanation
    In 2000, North Carolina Tar Heels football team faced Florida State and their largest margin of defeat in that game was 49 points.

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