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    Who set a Denver Broncos rushing record with 7,607 yards before retiring in 2002?

    • John Elway
    • Jay Cutler
    • Terrell Davis
    • Randall McDaniel
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  • 2. 

    Who started as quarterback for the Broncos after two straight losses under Jake Plummer in 2006?

    • Brandon Pace

    • Jay Cutler

    • John Elway

    • Brandon Flowers

    Correct Answer
    A. Jay Cutler
    Explanation
    Jay Cutler started as quarterback for the Broncos after two straight losses under Jake Plummer in 2006. This means that Cutler took over the position of quarterback for the team after Plummer's poor performance.

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  • 3. 

    Which nickname was given to the military-style salute Denver Bronco Terrell Davis gave after a touchdown?

    • Mile High Salute

    • TD Touchdown

    • Bronco Bow

    • Drop And Give Me 20

    Correct Answer
    A. Mile High Salute
    Explanation
    Terrell Davis, a player for the Denver Broncos, was known for his military-style salute after scoring a touchdown. This salute became known as the "Mile High Salute" due to the team's location in Denver, which is often referred to as the "Mile High City" because of its elevation. The nickname "Mile High Salute" accurately describes the gesture performed by Davis and is the correct answer to the question.

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  • 4. 

    Which Denver Broncos player earned his 300th career field goal in 2004?

    • John Elway

    • Morten Anderson

    • Jason Elam

    • Bubby Brister

    Correct Answer
    A. Jason Elam
    Explanation
    Jason Elam is the correct answer because he was a player for the Denver Broncos and he achieved his 300th career field goal in 2004.

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  • 5. 

    Which Denver Broncos defense included Randy Gradishar, Tom Jackson, Lyle Alzado and Rubin Carter?

    • 70 Slaughter

    • Orange Crush

    • Mile High Madness

    • Bucking Broncos

    Correct Answer
    A. Orange Crush
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Orange Crush. The Denver Broncos defense that included Randy Gradishar, Tom Jackson, Lyle Alzado, and Rubin Carter was famously known as the Orange Crush defense. This nickname was given to them due to their aggressive and dominant style of play, which often resulted in crushing their opponents.

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  • 6. 

    Who received the Denver Broncos 2005 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award?

    • John Lynch

    • Chris Henry

    • Jason Elam

    • Jay Cutler

    Correct Answer
    A. John Lynch
    Explanation
    John Lynch received the Denver Broncos 2005 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.

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  • 7. 

    Which Denver Bronco was voted 1972 Running Back of the Year by the Pro Football Writers of America?

    • Floyd Little

    • Warren Brown

    • Jay Cutler

    • Frank Tripucka

    Correct Answer
    A. Floyd Little
    Explanation
    Floyd Little was voted the 1972 Running Back of the Year by the Pro Football Writers of America. This indicates that he was recognized as the top running back in the league for that year.

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  • 8. 

    Which number did the Denver Broncos retire for player Floyd Little?

    • 5

    • 44

    • 31

    • 10

    Correct Answer
    A. 44
    Explanation
    The Denver Broncos retired the number 44 in honor of player Floyd Little.

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  • 9. 

    Reuben Droughns asked to be traded from the Denver Broncos to pursue which position with another team?

    • #1 Tailback

    • Tight End

    • Quarterback

    • Defensive Lineman

    Correct Answer
    A. #1 Tailback
    Explanation
    Reuben Droughns asked to be traded from the Denver Broncos to pursue the position of a tailback with another team. This suggests that he wanted to play as a running back for a different team, indicating his desire to have more opportunities to carry the ball and showcase his skills in the backfield.

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  • 10. 

    Which Denver Bronco started a foundation for young people "to become effective community leaders"?

    • John Lynch

    • Jay Cutler

    • Brandon Flowers

    • John Elway

    Correct Answer
    A. John Lynch
    Explanation
    John Lynch is the correct answer because he started a foundation for young people to become effective community leaders. This foundation aims to provide support and resources to help young individuals develop leadership skills and make a positive impact in their communities.

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  • 11. 

    Which year marked the 50th season for the Denver Broncos?

    • 2007

    • 2009

    • 2015

    • 2020

    Correct Answer
    A. 2009
    Explanation
    In 2009, the Denver Broncos celebrated their 50th season. This means that the team was established in 1959, and 2009 marked the milestone of completing 50 seasons in the NFL.

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  • 12. 

    The Denver Broncos recruited Jay Cutler from which school?

    • Vanderbilt

    • Michigan State University

    • Notre Dame

    • Boston College

    Correct Answer
    A. Vanderbilt
    Explanation
    Jay Cutler was recruited by the Denver Broncos from Vanderbilt University.

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  • 13. 

    Of Jason Elam's first 15 pro football years, how many were played with the Denver Broncos?

    • 14

    • 15

    • 12

    • Eight

    Correct Answer
    A. 15
  • 14. 

    Who was the second Denver Bronco to ever be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame?

    • John Elway

    • Gary Zimmerman

    • Keary Colbert

    • Brandon Mitchell

    Correct Answer
    A. Gary Zimmerman
    Explanation
    Gary Zimmerman was the second Denver Bronco to ever be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame. This indicates that there was another player from the Denver Broncos who was inducted before him. John Elway, Keary Colbert, and Brandon Mitchell are not relevant to the question as they were not the second Denver Bronco to be inducted.

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  • 15. 

    What Denver Bronco suffered a torn right Achilles' tendon in the 2007 pre-season?

    • Boss Bailey

    • Ebenezer Ekuban

    • Nic Clemons

    • P.J. Alexander

    Correct Answer
    A. Ebenezer Ekuban
    Explanation
    Ebenezer Ekuban suffered a torn right Achilles' tendon in the 2007 pre-season.

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