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    Who was Illinois' lone victory in their 1-11 2003 season?

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  • 2. 

    Which player led Illinois with 10 receptions for touchdowns in 2001?

    • Carey Davis

    • Brandon Lloyd

    • Arrelious Benn

    • Walter Young

    Correct Answer
    A. Brandon Lloyd
    Explanation
    Brandon Lloyd led Illinois with 10 receptions for touchdowns in 2001.

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  • 3. 

    Which team picked Illinois' Kurt Kittner in the fifth round of the 2002 NFL Draft?

    • Atlanta Falcons

    • Chicago Bears

    • Green Bay Packers

    • Pittsburgh Steelers

    Correct Answer
    A. Atlanta Falcons
    Explanation
    In the fifth round of the 2002 NFL Draft, Kurt Kittner from Illinois was picked by the Atlanta Falcons.

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  • 4. 

    How many yards did Kurt Kittner average per game in 2001 on 221 completions?

    • 200.2

    • 389.2

    • 271.3

    • 125.3

    Correct Answer
    A. 271.3
    Explanation
    Kurt Kittner's average yards per game in 2001 on 221 completions is 271.3. This can be calculated by dividing the total number of yards (which is not given) by the number of games played.

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  • 5. 

    Out of 903 total tackles for Illinois in 2001, how many did Jerry Schumacher account for?

    • 37

    • 345

    • 99

    • 125

    Correct Answer
    A. 125
    Explanation
    Jerry Schumacher accounted for 125 tackles out of the total 903 tackles for Illinois in 2001.

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  • 6. 

    Illinois' Kurt Kittner threw 18 touchdowns in 2000 and had how many interceptions?

    • One

    • 20

    • Eight

    • 15

    Correct Answer
    A. Eight
    Explanation
    In 2000, Kurt Kittner, the quarterback for Illinois, threw a total of 18 touchdowns. The question asks for the number of interceptions he had. The correct answer is "Eight." This means that Kittner threw eight interceptions during that season.

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  • 7. 

    Ranked 13th lowest in the nation, how many sacks did the Illinois line give up in 2000?

    • 17

    • Five

    • 30

    • 26

    Correct Answer
    A. 17
    Explanation
    In 2000, the Illinois line gave up 17 sacks, which ranked them 13th lowest in the nation. This means that compared to other teams, the Illinois line performed relatively well in terms of protecting their quarterback from being sacked.

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  • 8. 

    Out of 12 interceptions, how many did Illinois return for a score in 2000?

    • 12

    • Five

    • Eight

    • Two

    Correct Answer
    A. Two
    Explanation
    In 2000, Illinois returned two out of the twelve interceptions they made for a score. This means that out of the twelve times they intercepted the ball, they were able to score a touchdown or points on only two occasions.

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  • 9. 

    Which player recorded a team high two interceptions for Illinois in 2002?

    • Mike Hall

    • Eugene Wilson

    • Vontae Davis

    • Marc Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. Mike Hall
    Explanation
    Mike Hall recorded a team high two interceptions for Illinois in 2002.

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  • 10. 

    What Illinois player made 122 total tackles for a team high in 2002?

    • Brit Miller

    • Derrick Strong

    • Jerry Schumacher

    • Eugene Wilson

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerry Schumacher
    Explanation
    Jerry Schumacher is the correct answer because he made 122 total tackles for a team high in 2002. This indicates that he was the most successful player in terms of tackles on the Illinois team during that year. Brit Miller, Derrick Strong, and Eugene Wilson are not mentioned in relation to their tackle statistics, so they are not the correct answer.

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  • 11. 

    Which football team did Illinois defeat 34-28 to clinch the Big Ten title in 2001?

    • Ohio State

    • Michigan

    • Minnesota

    • Northwestern

    Correct Answer
    A. Northwestern
    Explanation
    In 2001, Illinois defeated Northwestern 34-28 to clinch the Big Ten title. This victory marked a significant achievement for Illinois, as it secured their position as the champions of the conference. Northwestern, on the other hand, was unable to overcome Illinois' strong performance and fell short in the game.

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  • 12. 

    Six sacks was the team high in 2001 for Illinois; who recorded those sacks?

    • Joe Bevis

    • Brandon Moore

    • Mike O'Brien

    • Jerry Schumacher

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerry Schumacher
    Explanation
    Jerry Schumacher recorded six sacks, which was the team high for Illinois in 2001.

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  • 13. 

    Which 2006 NFL Pro Bowl kicker was drafted in 2000 from Illinois University?

    • Neil Rackers

    • Kurt Kittner

    • Steve Fitts

    • Nate Kaeding

    Correct Answer
    A. Neil Rackers
    Explanation
    Neil Rackers is the correct answer because he was a kicker in the NFL Pro Bowl in 2006 and was drafted from Illinois University in 2000.

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  • 14. 

    While passing for 156.5 yards a game in 2006, how many rushing yards did Illinois average?

    • 266.2 Yards Per Game

    • 109.2 Yards Per Game

    • 125.5 Yards Per Game

    • 188.8 Yards Per Game

    Correct Answer
    A. 188.8 Yards Per Game
    Explanation
    In 2006, while Illinois was passing for an average of 156.5 yards per game, they also had an average of 188.8 rushing yards per game. This means that in addition to their passing yards, they were able to gain an average of 188.8 yards per game through rushing plays.

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  • 15. 

    Which defensive player recorded a team-high 11 tackles for loss in 2003 for Illinois?

    • Derrick Strong

    • Matt Sinclair

    • Winston Taylor

    • Marc Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. Derrick Strong
    Explanation
    Derrick Strong recorded a team-high 11 tackles for loss in 2003 for Illinois.

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  • 16. 

    Three players recorded four sacks for Illinois in 2003, not including which of these?

    • Marc Jackson

    • Derrick Strong

    • Matt Sinclair

    • Scott Moss

    Correct Answer
    A. Marc Jackson
    Explanation
    The question asks which player's sacks were not recorded for Illinois in 2003. The answer is Marc Jackson, as his sacks were not included in the recorded statistics.

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  • 17. 

    Which kicker finished second in the Big Ten in punt average with 44.5 yards per punt in 2003?

    • Steve Weatherford

    • John Gockman

    • Matt Minnes

    • Dike Eddleman

    Correct Answer
    A. Steve Weatherford
    Explanation
    Steve Weatherford finished second in the Big Ten in punt average with 44.5 yards per punt in 2003.

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  • 18. 

    Overall five Illinois players were drafted in the 2003 NFL Draft, not including which of these?

    • Danny Clark

    • David Diehl

    • Eugene Wilson

    • Brandon Lloyd

    Correct Answer
    A. Danny Clark
    Explanation
    The question asks to identify the player who was not drafted in the 2003 NFL Draft from a list of four players. The correct answer is Danny Clark. This means that Danny Clark was not one of the five Illinois players who were drafted in the 2003 NFL Draft.

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  • 19. 

    Who was the only Illinois player to be honored on the 2002 All-Big Ten first team?

    • Brandon Lloyd

    • David Diehl

    • Tony Pashos

    • Eugene Wilson

    Correct Answer
    A. Tony Pashos
    Explanation
    Tony Pashos was the only Illinois player to be honored on the 2002 All-Big Ten first team. This means that out of all the players from Illinois, Pashos was the only one who received this recognition. This suggests that Pashos had a standout performance during the 2002 season, which led to him being selected for the first team.

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  • 20. 

    How many yards did quarterback Jon Beutjer have on 193 completions in 2002 for Illinois?

    • 3455

    • 1230

    • 2511

    • 1999

    Correct Answer
    A. 2511
    Explanation
    In 2002, quarterback Jon Beutjer had 193 completions for Illinois. The question is asking for the total number of yards he had on those completions. The correct answer is 2511.

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  • 21. 

    Six Illinois players had one interception each in 2002, not including which of these players?

    • Marc Jackson

    • Eric McGoey

    • Mike Hall

    • Eugene Wilson

    Correct Answer
    A. Mike Hall
    Explanation
    In 2002, six Illinois players had one interception each. The players mentioned in the question are Marc Jackson, Eric McGoey, Mike Hall, and Eugene Wilson. The correct answer is Mike Hall because he is one of the players who had an interception in 2002. Therefore, the question is asking for the player who did not have an interception in 2002, and that player is not Mike Hall.

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  • 22. 

    Which Illinois cornerback was drafted 233rd overall by New England in the 2004 NFL Draft?

    • Scott Turner

    • Alan Ball

    • Christian Morton

    • Kelvin Hayden

    Correct Answer
    A. Christian Morton
    Explanation
    Christian Morton was the Illinois cornerback who was drafted 233rd overall by New England in the 2004 NFL Draft.

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  • 23. 

    Which player did New England pick 36th overall in the 2003 NFL Draft from Illinois?

    • Brandon Llyod

    • Walter Young

    • Rashard Mendenhall

    • Eugene Wilson

    Correct Answer
    A. Eugene Wilson
    Explanation
    In the 2003 NFL Draft, New England picked Eugene Wilson as the 36th overall player from Illinois.

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  • 24. 

    Which tailback had a team-leading 1330 rushing yards for Illinois in 2002?

    • Pierre Thomas

    • Jason Davis

    • Cary Davis

    • Antoineo Harris

    Correct Answer
    A. Antoineo Harris
    Explanation
    Antoineo Harris had a team-leading 1330 rushing yards for Illinois in 2002.

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  • 25. 

    How many solo tackles did Illinois' Matt Sinclair have in 2003 out of 129 total tackles?

    • 29

    • 108

    • 88

    • 61

    Correct Answer
    A. 61
    Explanation
    In 2003, out of Matt Sinclair's total of 129 tackles, he had 61 solo tackles.

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  • 26. 

    In 2003, who was second on the team for total tackles for Illinois behind Matt Sinclair, with 108?

    • J Leman

    • Brit Miller

    • Winston Taylor

    • Marc Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. Winston Taylor
    Explanation
    Winston Taylor was the second player on the Illinois team for total tackles in 2003, with 108.

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  • 27. 

    Which Illinois player led the team in all-purpose yards with 1,285 yards in 2003?

    • E.B. Halsey

    • Pierre Thomas

    • Rashard Mendenhall

    • Kelvin Hayden

    Correct Answer
    A. E.B. Halsey
    Explanation
    E.B. Halsey led the team in all-purpose yards with 1,285 yards in 2003.

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  • 28. 

    How many touchdowns did Antoineo Harris have on 278 attempts in 2002 for Illinois?

    • Eight

    • 22

    • Two

    • 16

    Correct Answer
    A. Eight
    Explanation
    Antoineo Harris had eight touchdowns on 278 attempts in 2002 for Illinois.

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  • 29. 

    How many receptions did Brandon Lloyd have to lead all receivers in Illinois in 2002?

    • 90

    • 25

    • 121

    • 65

    Correct Answer
    A. 65
    Explanation
    In 2002, Brandon Lloyd had 65 receptions, which was the highest among all receivers in Illinois.

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  • 30. 

    Which Illinois defensive back had four interceptions and ran two back for a score in 2001?

    • Christian Morton

    • Mike Hall

    • Eugene Wilson

    • Marc Jackson

    Correct Answer
    A. Christian Morton
    Explanation
    Christian Morton is the correct answer because he had four interceptions and ran two back for a score in 2001. This indicates that he was a highly skilled defensive back who was able to intercept passes and return them for touchdowns.

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  • 31. 

    Which Illinois defensive end earned first team All-Big Ten in 2000 and had nine sacks?

    • J Leman

    • Rob Franklin

    • Fred Wakefield

    • Marques Sullivan

    Correct Answer
    A. Fred Wakefield
    Explanation
    Fred Wakefield is the correct answer because he was an Illinois defensive end who earned first team All-Big Ten in 2000. Additionally, he had nine sacks during that season.

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  • 32. 

    Which Illinois defensive player led the team in solo tackles with 83 in 2000?

    • Fred Wakefield

    • Bobby Jackson

    • Jerry Schumacher

    • Rob Franklin

    Correct Answer
    A. Rob Franklin
    Explanation
    Rob Franklin is the correct answer because he led the Illinois defensive team in solo tackles with 83 in 2000.

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  • 33. 

    In 2005 Illinois averaged 17 points per game, with their opponents averaging how many?

    • 10.9

    • 39.5

    • 24.5

    • 19.2

    Correct Answer
    A. 39.5
    Explanation
    In 2005, Illinois averaged 17 points per game. The question is asking for the average number of points scored by their opponents. The correct answer is 39.5, which means that on average, Illinois' opponents scored 39.5 points per game.

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  • 34. 

    Who led Illinois' football team in points scored with 59 in 2005?

    • Jason Reda

    • E.B. Halsey

    • Pierre Thomas

    • Tim Brasic

    Correct Answer
    A. Jason Reda
    Explanation
    Jason Reda led Illinois' football team in points scored with 59 in 2005.

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  • 35. 

    Which team drafted Illinois tackle Sean Bubin in the fifth round of the 2004 NFL Draft?

    • New Orleans Saints

    • Houston Texans

    • Buffalo Bills

    • Jacksonville Jaguars

    Correct Answer
    A. Jacksonville Jaguars
    Explanation
    Sean Bubin, an Illinois tackle, was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fifth round of the 2004 NFL Draft.

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  • 36. 

    How many yards did Illinois receiver Kelvin Hayden gain on a team-high 52 catches in 2003?

    • 592

    • 1332

    • 1023

    • 872

    Correct Answer
    A. 592
    Explanation
    In 2003, Illinois receiver Kelvin Hayden gained a total of 592 yards on his team-high 52 catches.

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  • 37. 

    Who was second behind Brandon Lloyd on the 2001 Illinois team with eight touchdown catches?

    • Walter Young

    • Carey Davis

    • Rocky Harvey

    • Brian Hodges

    Correct Answer
    A. Walter Young
    Explanation
    Walter Young was the second player behind Brandon Lloyd on the 2001 Illinois team with eight touchdown catches.

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  • 38. 

    Which Illinois tailback led the team in yards per carry with a 5.6 average in 2000?

    • Antoineo Harris

    • Rashard Mendenhall

    • Rocky Harvey

    • Pierre Thomas

    Correct Answer
    A. Rocky Harvey
    Explanation
    Rocky Harvey led the team in yards per carry with a 5.6 average in 2000. This means that for every rushing attempt, Harvey gained an average of 5.6 yards. This indicates that he was a highly effective and efficient runner for the Illinois team during that season.

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  • 39. 

    With a completion rate of 58.2%, how many yards did Kurt Kittner of Illinois have in 2000?

    • 2,674

    • 629

    • 1,982

    • 921

    Correct Answer
    A. 1,982
  • 40. 

    Along with his nine sacks, how many tackles for loss did Illinois' Fred Wakefield have in 2000?

    • 33

    • 21

    • 12

    • 28

    Correct Answer
    A. 21
    Explanation
    In 2000, Illinois' Fred Wakefield had a total of 21 tackles for loss. This means that in addition to his nine sacks, he was able to make 21 tackles behind the line of scrimmage, preventing the opposing team from gaining yards. This demonstrates Wakefield's skill and ability to disrupt the opposing team's offense and make impactful plays on the field.

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