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  • 1. 

    What NFL team did Reggie White end his career with?

    • A.

      Green Bay Packers

    • B.

      Carolina Panthers

    • C.

      Dallas Cowboys

    • D.

      Philadelphia Eagles

    Correct Answer
    B. Carolina Panthers
    Explanation
    Reggie White ended his career with the Carolina Panthers.

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  • 2. 

    Two college teams produced five top draft picks, University of Notre Dame and who?

    • A.

      University Of Alabama

    • B.

      University Of Michigan

    • C.

      University Of Southern California

    • D.

      University Of Pittsburgh

    Correct Answer
    C. University Of Southern California
    Explanation
    The University of Southern California is the correct answer because the question asks for the other college team that produced five top draft picks alongside the University of Notre Dame. The other options, University of Alabama, University of Michigan, and University of Pittsburgh, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be the correct answer.

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  • 3. 

    What college did football's Jim Brown attend?

    • A.

      University Of Notre Dame

    • B.

      Syracuse University

    • C.

      West Point

    • D.

      University Of Southern California

    Correct Answer
    B. Syracuse University
    Explanation
    Jim Brown attended Syracuse University for college.

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  • 4. 

    Who did football's Michael Strahan sack to claim the single-season sack record?

    • A.

      Brett Favre

    • B.

      Drew Bledsoe

    • C.

      Joey Harrington

    • D.

      Drew Brees

    Correct Answer
    A. Brett Favre
    Explanation
    Michael Strahan sacked Brett Favre to claim the single-season sack record.

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  • 5. 

    Who held the record in 2006 for most punts in a football career?

    • A.

      Sean Landeta

    • B.

      Reggie Roby

    • C.

      Jeff Feagles

    • D.

      Ray Guy

    Correct Answer
    C. Jeff Feagles
    Explanation
    Jeff Feagles held the record in 2006 for the most punts in a football career.

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  • 6. 

    As the longest in NFL history through 2008, how long was the 1971 AFC Championship Game?

    • A.

      60 Minutes, 30 Seconds

    • B.

      70 Minutes, 20 Seconds

    • C.

      50 Minutes, 10 Seconds

    • D.

      82 Minutes, 40 Seconds

    Correct Answer
    D. 82 Minutes, 40 Seconds
    Explanation
    The 1971 AFC Championship Game lasted for 82 minutes and 40 seconds, making it the longest game in NFL history up until 2008.

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  • 7. 

    How many times in its history, through 2012, has the NFL canceled a season entirely?

    • A.

      Five

    • B.

      Three

    • C.

      One

    • D.

      Ten

    Correct Answer
    C. One
    Explanation
    The correct answer is One. This means that the NFL has only canceled a season entirely once in its history, up until 2012.

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  • 8. 

    Which NFL team was the first to have their own public Hall of Fame?

    • A.

      New York Giants

    • B.

      Green Bay Packers

    • C.

      Dallas Cowboys

    • D.

      Washington Redskins

    Correct Answer
    B. Green Bay Packers
    Explanation
    The Green Bay Packers were the first NFL team to have their own public Hall of Fame. The Packers established their Hall of Fame in 1967, which was open to the public and showcased the team's rich history and achievements. This initiative by the Packers set a precedent for other NFL teams to follow, and many teams have since established their own Hall of Fame to honor their players, coaches, and significant contributors.

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  • 9. 

    Which Houston Texan caught the most touchdown passes from Matt Schaub in 2007?

    • A.

      Andre Johnson

    • B.

      Kevin Walter

    • C.

      Ahman Green

    • D.

      Andre' Davis

    Correct Answer
    A. Andre Johnson
    Explanation
    In 2007, the Houston Texan who caught the most touchdown passes from Matt Schaub was Andre Johnson.

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  • 10. 

    Which NFC team led the NFL in interceptions thrown in 2007?

    • A.

      Detroit Lions

    • B.

      Green Bay Packers

    • C.

      St. Louis Rams

    • D.

      Chicago Bears

    Correct Answer
    C. St. Louis Rams
    Explanation
    In 2007, the St. Louis Rams led the NFL in interceptions thrown. This means that their quarterback threw the most interceptions compared to other NFC teams. The other options, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, and Chicago Bears, did not have as many interceptions thrown as the St. Louis Rams during that season.

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  • 11. 

    Which NFC team had the worst extra-point attempt ratio in the NFL for the 2007 regular season?

    • A.

      New York Giants

    • B.

      St. Louis Rams

    • C.

      Detroit Lions

    • D.

      New Orleans Saints

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Giants
    Explanation
    The New York Giants had the worst extra-point attempt ratio in the NFL for the 2007 regular season. This means that they had the lowest success rate in converting extra-point attempts compared to the other NFC teams.

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  • 12. 

    Who were the Chicago Bears scheduled to play first in the 2008 regular season?

    • A.

      Miami Dolphins

    • B.

      Indianapolis Colts

    • C.

      Minnesota Vikings

    • D.

      Green Bay Packers

    Correct Answer
    B. Indianapolis Colts
    Explanation
    In the 2008 regular season, the Chicago Bears were scheduled to play the Indianapolis Colts first.

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  • 13. 

    What guard was placed on season-ending injury reserve by the Houston Texans in August 2008?

    • A.

      Mike Brisiel

    • B.

      Steve McKinney

    • C.

      Kasey Studdard

    • D.

      Fred Weary

    Correct Answer
    D. Fred Weary
    Explanation
    Fred Weary was placed on season-ending injury reserve by the Houston Texans in August 2008.

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  • 14. 

    Which NFC team had the fewest rushing touchdowns in the NFL's 2007 season?

    • A.

      St. Louis Rams

    • B.

      Atlanta Falcons

    • C.

      Kansas City Chiefs

    • D.

      Carolina Panthers

    Correct Answer
    A. St. Louis Rams
    Explanation
    In the NFL's 2007 season, the St. Louis Rams had the fewest rushing touchdowns among the given NFC teams.

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  • 15. 

    Who led the 2007 Houston Texans in sacks?

    • A.

      Anthony Maddox

    • B.

      Amobi Okoye

    • C.

      DeMeco Ryans

    • D.

      Mario Williams

    Correct Answer
    D. Mario Williams
    Explanation
    Mario Williams led the 2007 Houston Texans in sacks.

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  • 16. 

    Which NFC team was tied for the least intercepted passes thrown in 2007?

    • A.

      Seattle Seahawks

    • B.

      Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    • C.

      Dallas Cowboys

    • D.

      Washington Redskins

    Correct Answer
    B. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
    Explanation
    In 2007, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were tied for the least intercepted passes thrown among NFC teams. This means that they had a low number of passes intercepted by the opposing team's defense throughout the season. The other teams listed, Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys, and Washington Redskins, may have had a higher number of intercepted passes compared to the Buccaneers in that year.

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  • 17. 

    Which San Diego Charger scored a punt return touchdown in the 2007 regular season?

    • A.

      Craig Davis

    • B.

      Kassim Osgood

    • C.

      Lorenzo Neal

    • D.

      Darren Sproles

    Correct Answer
    D. Darren Sproles
    Explanation
    Darren Sproles is the correct answer because he scored a punt return touchdown for the San Diego Chargers during the 2007 regular season.

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  • 18. 

    Houston Texans 2007 running back Adimchinobe Echemandu was born in what country?

    • A.

      Ethiopia

    • B.

      United States

    • C.

      Nigeria

    • D.

      Canada

    Correct Answer
    C. Nigeria
    Explanation
    Adimchinobe Echemandu, the Houston Texans 2007 running back, was born in Nigeria. This means that he is of Nigerian nationality and was born in that country.

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  • 19. 

    To what player did Jon Kitna throw the most touchdown passes in the 2007 regular season?

    • A.

      Shaun McDonald

    • B.

      Roy E. Williams

    • C.

      Calvin Johnson

    • D.

      Mike Furrey

    Correct Answer
    A. Shaun McDonald
    Explanation
    Jon Kitna threw the most touchdown passes in the 2007 regular season to Shaun McDonald.

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  • 20. 

    Who recorded the most interceptions while with the Houston Texans in 2007?

    • A.

      Travis Johnson

    • B.

      DeMeco Ryans

    • C.

      Fred Bennett

    • D.

      Dunta Robinson

    Correct Answer
    C. Fred Bennett
    Explanation
    Fred Bennett recorded the most interceptions while with the Houston Texans in 2007.

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  • 21. 

    The Denver Broncos' 2007 backup quarterback Patrick Ramsey was born on what holiday?

    • A.

      New Year's Day

    • B.

      Valentine's Day

    • C.

      Easter

    • D.

      Christmas

    Correct Answer
    B. Valentine's Day
    Explanation
    Patrick Ramsey, the backup quarterback for the Denver Broncos in 2007, was born on Valentine's Day. This suggests that his birthday falls on February 14th, which is widely celebrated as a holiday associated with love and affection.

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  • 22. 

    Which player had the most all-purpose yards with an NFC team in the 2007 regular season?

    • A.

      Adrian L. Peterson

    • B.

      Jerious Norwood

    • C.

      Steve Breaston

    • D.

      Brian Westbrook

    Correct Answer
    B. Jerious Norwood
    Explanation
    Jerious Norwood had the most all-purpose yards with an NFC team in the 2007 regular season.

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  • 23. 

    Against what team did 2007 Kansas City Chiefs rookie Dwayne Bowe score his first NFL touchdown?

    • A.

      Arizona Cardinals

    • B.

      Minnesota Vikings

    • C.

      Detroit Lions

    • D.

      Chicago Bears

    Correct Answer
    D. Chicago Bears
    Explanation
    In his rookie season in 2007, Dwayne Bowe, who played for the Kansas City Chiefs, scored his first NFL touchdown against the Chicago Bears.

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  • 24. 

    What NFC quarterback led the NFL in 2007 by being sacked 51 times?

    • A.

      Trent Dilfer

    • B.

      Donovan McNabb

    • C.

      Damon Huard

    • D.

      Jon Kitna

    Correct Answer
    D. Jon Kitna
    Explanation
    In 2007, Jon Kitna led the NFL in being sacked 51 times. This means that he was tackled by opposing defenders behind the line of scrimmage more times than any other NFC quarterback that year.

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  • 25. 

    How many 2007 regular season 100+ yard rushing games did San Diego Charger RB LaDainian Tomlinson have?

    • A.

      Eight

    • B.

      Six

    • C.

      Three

    • D.

      Nine

    Correct Answer
    B. Six
    Explanation
    LaDainian Tomlinson had six 100+ yard rushing games during the 2007 regular season.

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  • 26. 

    What player from the NFC led the NFL in points scored for the 2007 regular season?

    • A.

      Jason Hanson

    • B.

      Nick Folk

    • C.

      Josh Brown

    • D.

      Mason Crosby

    Correct Answer
    D. Mason Crosby
    Explanation
    Mason Crosby led the NFL in points scored for the 2007 regular season.

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  • 27. 

    What former New York Giant had his first Minnesota Vikings touchdown catch in 2007?

    • A.

      Willie Ponder

    • B.

      Tim Carter

    • C.

      Visanthe Shiancoe

    • D.

      Amani Toomer

    Correct Answer
    C. Visanthe Shiancoe
    Explanation
    Visanthe Shiancoe is the correct answer because he was a former New York Giant who had his first touchdown catch as a Minnesota Viking in 2007.

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  • 28. 

    What player on the 2007 Houston Texans roster had the most seasons of NFL experience?

    • A.

      Matt Turk

    • B.

      Mark Bruener

    • C.

      Ron Dayne

    • D.

      Jeff Zgonina

    Correct Answer
    D. Jeff Zgonina
    Explanation
    Jeff Zgonina is the correct answer because he had the most seasons of NFL experience on the 2007 Houston Texans roster. While the other players listed also had NFL experience, Zgonina had the longest career, having played in the NFL for 17 seasons. This makes him the player with the most seasons of experience among the options provided.

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  • 29. 

    What rookie wide receiver moved toward being named a starter in the Denver Broncos' 2008 pre-season?

    • A.

      Eddie Royal

    • B.

      James Hardy

    • C.

      Donnie Avery

    • D.

      Jerome Simpson

    Correct Answer
    A. Eddie Royal
    Explanation
    In the 2008 pre-season, Eddie Royal, a rookie wide receiver, showed great potential and performed well enough to be considered for a starting position on the Denver Broncos' team. This suggests that he impressed the coaches and demonstrated the skills and abilities necessary to contribute effectively to the team's offense.

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  • 30. 

    What 2007 first-round pick, inactive for all of 2007, caught a TD in his first 2008 pre-season game?

    • A.

      Jason Hill

    • B.

      Brady Quinn

    • C.

      David Clowney

    • D.

      Robert Meachem

    Correct Answer
    D. Robert Meachem
    Explanation
    Robert Meachem is the correct answer because he was a first-round pick in 2007 who did not play in any games that year. However, in his first preseason game in 2008, he caught a touchdown pass. This indicates that he made an impact early on in his career despite not playing in the previous season.

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