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  • 1. 

    Which eventual Super Bowl champions defeated the Colts in the 2012 playoffs?

    • A.

      New England Patriots

    • B.

      Denver Broncos

    • C.

      Baltimore Ravens

    • D.

      Pittsburgh Steelers

    Correct Answer
    C. Baltimore Ravens
    Explanation
    In the 2012 playoffs, the Baltimore Ravens defeated the Colts. They went on to become the eventual Super Bowl champions.

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  • 2. 

    Which rookie led the Colts with 814 rushing yards in 2012?

    • A.

      Vick Ballard

    • B.

      Mewelde Moore

    • C.

      Delone Carter

    • D.

      Donald Brown

    Correct Answer
    A. Vick Ballard
    Explanation
    Vick Ballard led the Colts with 814 rushing yards in 2012.

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  • 3. 

    Which Colts player made the Pro Bowl and led the team in receiving in 2012?

    • A.

      Dwayne Allen

    • B.

      Donnie Avery

    • C.

      T.Y. Hilton

    • D.

      Reggie Wayne

    Correct Answer
    D. Reggie Wayne
    Explanation
    Reggie Wayne is the correct answer because he was a Colts player who made the Pro Bowl and led the team in receiving in 2012.

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  • 4. 

    Who became the Colts' new head coach for the 2012 season?

    • A.

      Mike Gillhammer

    • B.

      Joe Gilbert

    • C.

      Chuck Pagano

    • D.

      Frank Giufre

    Correct Answer
    C. Chuck Pagano
    Explanation
    Chuck Pagano became the Colts' new head coach for the 2012 season.

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  • 5. 

    Who did the Colts take with the first overall pick in the 2012 draft?

    • A.

      Andrew Luck

    • B.

      Dwayne Allen

    • C.

      T.Y. Hilton

    • D.

      Coby Fleener

    Correct Answer
    A. Andrew Luck
    Explanation
    In the 2012 draft, the Colts selected Andrew Luck with the first overall pick.

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  • 6. 

    Which long-time quarterback did the Colts release before the 2012 season?

    • A.

      Gary Brackett

    • B.

      Jacob Tamme

    • C.

      Jerome Felton

    • D.

      Peyton Manning

    Correct Answer
    D. Peyton Manning
    Explanation
    Peyton Manning was released by the Colts before the 2012 season. This decision was made after Manning underwent multiple neck surgeries and there were concerns about his ability to continue playing at a high level. The Colts ultimately decided to release Manning in order to rebuild the team and start fresh with a new quarterback. Manning went on to sign with the Denver Broncos and had a successful career, winning another Super Bowl before retiring.

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  • 7. 

    Which long-time running back did the Colts release before the 2012 season?

    • A.

      Jacob Lacey

    • B.

      Jamaal Anderson

    • C.

      Joseph Addai

    • D.

      Melvin Bullitt

    Correct Answer
    C. JosepH Addai
    Explanation
    Joseph Addai was released by the Colts before the 2012 season. This suggests that Addai was a long-time running back for the team, but they decided to let him go before the start of the 2012 season.

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  • 8. 

    Which Colts player had exactly 3500 punting yards in 2012?

    • A.

      Adam Vinatieri

    • B.

      Pat McAfee

    • C.

      Bradley Sowell

    • D.

      Deji Karim

    Correct Answer
    B. Pat McAfee
    Explanation
    Pat McAfee had exactly 3500 punting yards in 2012.

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  • 9. 

    Who led the Colts with 7 receiving touchdowns in 2012?

    • A.

      Nathan Palmer

    • B.

      T.Y. Hilton

    • C.

      Donald Brown

    • D.

      Weslye Saunders

    Correct Answer
    B. T.Y. Hilton
    Explanation
    In 2012, T.Y. Hilton led the Colts with 7 receiving touchdowns.

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  • 10. 

    Who led the Colts with 9 passes defenses in 2012?

    • A.

      Antonio Dixon

    • B.

      Lawrence Guy

    • C.

      Cassius Vaughn

    • D.

      Vick Ballard

    Correct Answer
    C. Cassius Vaughn
    Explanation
    Cassius Vaughn led the Colts with 9 passes defenses in 2012.

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  • 11. 

    After leaving the Colts, Peyton Manning made the Pro Bowl with which team in 2013?

    • A.

      Baltimore Ravens

    • B.

      Tennessee Titans

    • C.

      Denver Broncos

    • D.

      New York Jets

    Correct Answer
    C. Denver Broncos
    Explanation
    After leaving the Colts, Peyton Manning made the Pro Bowl with the Denver Broncos in 2013. This indicates that Manning had a successful season with the Broncos and was recognized for his performance by being selected to the Pro Bowl. The other teams listed, Baltimore Ravens, Tennessee Titans, and New York Jets, did not have Manning on their roster during that time period.

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  • 12. 

    Peyton Manning was an All-American at which university?

    • A.

      Pittsburgh

    • B.

      Notre Dame

    • C.

      Tulane

    • D.

      Tennessee

    Correct Answer
    D. Tennessee
    Explanation
    Peyton Manning was an All-American at the University of Tennessee.

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  • 13. 

    Marvin Harrison set a record with what quarterback for most pass completions by a duo?

    • A.

      Jim Sorgi

    • B.

      Peyton Manning

    • C.

      Curtis Painter

    • D.

      Andrew Luck

    Correct Answer
    B. Peyton Manning
    Explanation
    Marvin Harrison set a record with Peyton Manning for the most pass completions by a duo. Peyton Manning was known for his exceptional passing skills and ability to connect with his receivers. Together, Manning and Harrison formed a formidable partnership on the field, consistently completing passes and setting records. Their chemistry and understanding of each other's playing styles contributed to their success in the passing game.

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  • 14. 

    Marvin Harrison was one of the first 40 NFL players with how many career receiving yards?

    • A.

      10000

    • B.

      5000

    • C.

      1000

    • D.

      2000

    Correct Answer
    A. 10000
    Explanation
    Marvin Harrison had a career receiving yardage of 10,000 yards, making him one of the first 40 NFL players to achieve this milestone.

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  • 15. 

    Johnny Unitas famously missed the first half of the Colts' Super Bowl loss against which team?

    • A.

      Oakland Raiders

    • B.

      Pittsburgh Steelers

    • C.

      New York Jets

    • D.

      Kansas City Chiefs

    Correct Answer
    C. New York Jets
    Explanation
    Johnny Unitas famously missed the first half of the Colts' Super Bowl loss against the New York Jets. This is because Unitas was injured in the regular season and was unable to play in the first half of the game. His absence was a significant factor in the Colts' loss to the Jets in Super Bowl III.

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