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Quiz on football, test your ultimate knowledge. There are about thirty-two teams in the national football league. Do you know that it took the New Orleans Saints over thirty-two years to win their first playoff? Who was the If you consider yourself quite knowledgeable when it comes to some of the notable players and games between the year 2007 and 2008 this quiz is for you. Check it out!


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  • 1. 

    Who collected the most interceptions for an NFC team in the 2007 regular season?

    • A.

      O. J. Atogwe

    • B.

      Marcus Trufant

    • C.

      Brian Urlacher

    • D.

      Antrel Rolle

    Correct Answer
    A. O. J. Atogwe
    Explanation
    O.J. Atogwe collected the most interceptions for an NFC team in the 2007 regular season.

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  • 2. 

    What backup quarterback threw for one touchdown in 2007 with the Denver Broncos?

    • A.

      Patrick Ramsey

    • B.

      Gus Frerotte

    • C.

      Brad Johnson

    • D.

      A. J. Feeley

    Correct Answer
    A. Patrick Ramsey
    Explanation
    Patrick Ramsey is the correct answer because he was the backup quarterback for the Denver Broncos in 2007 and threw for one touchdown during that season.

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  • 3. 

    What rookie free agent threw for a touchdown pass in the Chicago Bears' first 2008 pre-season game?

    • A.

      Colt Brennan

    • B.

      Casey Hansen

    • C.

      Brad Roach

    • D.

      Caleb Hanie

    Correct Answer
    D. Caleb Hanie
    Explanation
    Caleb Hanie is the correct answer because he was a rookie free agent who threw for a touchdown pass in the Chicago Bears' first 2008 pre-season game.

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  • 4. 

    What NFC player was the only person to have two fumble return touchdowns in the 2007 regular season?

    • A.

      Charles Woodson

    • B.

      Osi Umenyiora

    • C.

      Reggie Wells

    • D.

      Kevin Curtis

    Correct Answer
    D. Kevin Curtis
    Explanation
    Kevin Curtis was the only NFC player to have two fumble return touchdowns in the 2007 regular season. This means that he recovered two fumbles and returned them for touchdowns, which is a rare accomplishment. Charles Woodson, Osi Umenyiora, and Reggie Wells did not achieve this feat during that season.

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  • 5. 

    Which NFC team was the only team to draft a player from McNeese State in the 2008 NFL Draft?

    • A.

      St. Louis Rams

    • B.

      Washington Redskins

    • C.

      Philadelphia Eagles

    • D.

      Detroit Lions

    Correct Answer
    C. Philadelphia Eagles
    Explanation
    The Philadelphia Eagles were the only NFC team to draft a player from McNeese State in the 2008 NFL Draft. This means that out of the four options provided, the Eagles were the only team to select a player from that particular college in that specific draft year.

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  • 6. 

    Who scored on a fumble recovery in the 2007 regular season with the San Diego Chargers?

    • A.

      Quentin Jammer

    • B.

      Shawne Merriman

    • C.

      Jyles Tucker

    • D.

      Jamal Williams

    Correct Answer
    C. Jyles Tucker
    Explanation
    Jyles Tucker scored on a fumble recovery in the 2007 regular season with the San Diego Chargers.

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  • 7. 

    What quarterback threw his first NFL touchdown pass in 2007 while with the San Francisco 49ers?

    • A.

      Shaun Hill

    • B.

      Alex Smith

    • C.

      Chris Weinke

    • D.

      Cody Pickett

    Correct Answer
    A. Shaun Hill
    Explanation
    Shaun Hill is the correct answer because he threw his first NFL touchdown pass in 2007 while playing for the San Francisco 49ers. This indicates that Hill was a quarterback for the 49ers during that time and successfully completed a touchdown pass.

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  • 8. 

    Which 2007 Dallas Cowboy had three receptions, each of which went for a touchdown?

    • A.

      Miles Austin

    • B.

      Tony Curtis

    • C.

      Anthony Fasano

    • D.

      Oliver Hoyte

    Correct Answer
    B. Tony Curtis
    Explanation
    Tony Curtis is the correct answer because he is the only player listed who played for the Dallas Cowboys in 2007 and had three receptions, each of which went for a touchdown. Miles Austin, Anthony Fasano, and Oliver Hoyte may have played for the team in 2007, but there is no information provided to suggest that they had three touchdown receptions.

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  • 9. 

    What 2007 Pro Bowl player was on the PUP list for the San Diego Chargers in the 2008 pre-season?

    • A.

      Shaun Phillips

    • B.

      Antonio Gates

    • C.

      Craig Davis

    • D.

      Billy Volek

    Correct Answer
    B. Antonio Gates
    Explanation
    Antonio Gates, a 2007 Pro Bowl player, was on the PUP (Physically Unable to Perform) list for the San Diego Chargers in the 2008 pre-season. This means that Gates was unable to participate in training camp and pre-season games due to an injury or physical condition.

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  • 10. 

    What was the longest losing streak for the Denver Broncos during the 2007 season?

    • A.

      Five Games

    • B.

      Three Games

    • C.

      One Game

    • D.

      Two Games

    Correct Answer
    B. Three Games
    Explanation
    During the 2007 season, the Denver Broncos had a losing streak of three games. This means that they lost three consecutive games without a win. This information suggests that the team struggled during this period and was unable to secure a victory for three games in a row.

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  • 11. 

    What former Miami Hurricane had his first NFL start at quarterback in 2007 with the St. Louis Rams?

    • A.

      Scott Covington

    • B.

      Ken Dorsey

    • C.

      Kyle Wright

    • D.

      Brock Berlin

    Correct Answer
    D. Brock Berlin
    Explanation
    Brock Berlin is the correct answer because he was a former Miami Hurricane who made his first NFL start at quarterback in 2007 with the St. Louis Rams.

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  • 12. 

    What Detroit Lion was lost for 2008 due to a torn Achilles tendon in the first pre-season game?

    • A.

      Fernando Bryant

    • B.

      Paris Lenon

    • C.

      Stanley Wilson

    • D.

      Nick Harris

    Correct Answer
    C. Stanley Wilson
    Explanation
    Stanley Wilson was lost for the 2008 season due to a torn Achilles tendon in the first pre-season game.

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  • 13. 

    From which MAC school was Khary Campbell, who played his fourth season with Washington in 2007?

    • A.

      Marshall

    • B.

      Bowling Green

    • C.

      Akron

    • D.

      Kent State

    Correct Answer
    B. Bowling Green
    Explanation
    Khary Campbell, who played his fourth season with Washington in 2007, was from Bowling Green, a MAC school.

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  • 14. 

    Which player had the longest interception return with an NFC team in the 2007 season?

    • A.

      Dwight Smith

    • B.

      Brian Urlacher

    • C.

      Roderick Hood

    • D.

      Antrel Rolle

    Correct Answer
    A. Dwight Smith
    Explanation
    Dwight Smith had the longest interception return with an NFC team in the 2007 season.

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  • 15. 

    Who threw two touchdown passes in the Houston Texans' second 2008 pre-season game?

    • A.

      Alex Brink

    • B.

      David Carr

    • C.

      Matt Schaub

    • D.

      Sage Rosenfels

    Correct Answer
    C. Matt Schaub
    Explanation
    Matt Schaub threw two touchdown passes in the Houston Texans' second 2008 pre-season game.

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  • 16. 

    How many yards was Mike Scifers' longest punt in the 2007 regular season with the San Diego Chargers?

    • A.

      70

    • B.

      64

    • C.

      73

    • D.

      68

    Correct Answer
    A. 70
    Explanation
    Mike Scifers' longest punt in the 2007 regular season with the San Diego Chargers was 70 yards.

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  • 17. 

    What Dallas Cowboy was the 2007 Comeback Player of the Year?

    • A.

      Terence Newman

    • B.

      Flozell Adams

    • C.

      Terrell Owens

    • D.

      Greg Ellis

    Correct Answer
    D. Greg Ellis
    Explanation
    Greg Ellis was named the 2007 Comeback Player of the Year for the Dallas Cowboys. He had suffered a major Achilles tendon injury in 2006, which caused him to miss most of the season. However, he made a successful comeback in 2007, recording 12.5 sacks and proving his resilience and ability to bounce back from injury.

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  • 18. 

    Who was the oldest player on the 2007 Denver Broncos roster?

    • A.

      Jason Elam

    • B.

      John Lynch

    • C.

      Todd Sauerbrun

    • D.

      Tom Nalen

    Correct Answer
    A. Jason Elam
    Explanation
    Jason Elam was the oldest player on the 2007 Denver Broncos roster because he was born on March 8, 1970, making him 37 years old during the 2007 season. John Lynch was born on September 25, 1971, making him 36 years old during the 2007 season. Todd Sauerbrun was born on October 4, 1973, making him 34 years old during the 2007 season. Tom Nalen was born on May 13, 1971, making him 36 years old during the 2007 season. Therefore, Jason Elam was the oldest player on the roster.

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  • 19. 

    What Villanova wide receiver attempted a comeback with the Atlanta Falcons in the 2008 pre-season?

    • A.

      Brian Finneran

    • B.

      Dwayne Blakley

    • C.

      Dez White

    • D.

      Jerome Pathon

    Correct Answer
    A. Brian Finneran
    Explanation
    Brian Finneran is the correct answer because he was a wide receiver for Villanova and attempted a comeback with the Atlanta Falcons in the 2008 pre-season.

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  • 20. 

    How many 100+ yard receiving games did Joey Galloway have with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2007?

    • A.

      None

    • B.

      Three

    • C.

      Two

    • D.

      Five

    Correct Answer
    B. Three
    Explanation
    In 2007, Joey Galloway had three 100+ yard receiving games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This means that in three separate games that season, Galloway accumulated over 100 yards in receiving yards.

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  • 21. 

    Who was the oldest player to catch an interception on an NFC team in the 2007 season?

    • A.

      Lawyer Milloy

    • B.

      Pat Williams

    • C.

      Donnie Edwards

    • D.

      Brian Dawkins

    Correct Answer
    C. Donnie Edwards
    Explanation
    Donnie Edwards was the oldest player to catch an interception on an NFC team in the 2007 season.

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  • 22. 

    With which NFC team did Alex Haynes, formerly of Central Florida, make his NFL debut in 2007?

    • A.

      Carolina Panthers

    • B.

      Green Bay Packers

    • C.

      Arizona Cardinals

    • D.

      Atlanta Falcons

    Correct Answer
    A. Carolina Panthers
    Explanation
    Alex Haynes, formerly of Central Florida, made his NFL debut in 2007 with the Carolina Panthers.

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  • 23. 

    Which Cleveland Browns quarterback threw seven interceptions but no touchdowns in 2008?

    • A.

      Bruce Gradkowski

    • B.

      Derek Anderson

    • C.

      Ken Dorsey

    • D.

      Brady Quinn

    Correct Answer
    C. Ken Dorsey
    Explanation
    Ken Dorsey is the correct answer because he was the Cleveland Browns quarterback in 2008 who threw seven interceptions but no touchdowns. This indicates that Dorsey had a poor performance during that season, as he was unable to throw any touchdowns and had a high number of interceptions.

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  • 24. 

    In 2008, who scored the most defensive touchdowns for the Jacksonville Jaguars?

    • A.

      Brian Williams

    • B.

      Paul Spicer

    • C.

      Derrick Harvey

    • D.

      Rashean Mathis

    Correct Answer
    D. Rashean Mathis
    Explanation
    In 2008, Rashean Mathis scored the most defensive touchdowns for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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  • 25. 

    How many defensive interceptions did the Detroit Lions have in 2004?

    • A.

      Seven

    • B.

      Four

    • C.

      Eighteen

    • D.

      Zero

    Correct Answer
    B. Four
    Explanation
    In 2004, the Detroit Lions had four defensive interceptions.

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  • 26. 

    In 2008, what was Adam Vinatieri's field goal percentage from 50+ yards for the Indianapolis Colts?

    • A.

      98.70%

    • B.

      75%

    • C.

      100%

    • D.

      55%

    Correct Answer
    C. 100%
    Explanation
    Adam Vinatieri's field goal percentage from 50+ yards for the Indianapolis Colts in 2008 was 100%. This means that every time he attempted a field goal from that distance, he was successful in making it. He did not miss a single field goal from 50+ yards that year.

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  • 27. 

    Who was the leading punt returner for the 2008 Jacksonville Jaguars?

    • A.

      Brian Witherspoon

    • B.

      Maurice Jones-Drew

    • C.

      Dennis Northcutt

    • D.

      Troy Williamson

    Correct Answer
    A. Brian Witherspoon
    Explanation
    Brian Witherspoon was the leading punt returner for the 2008 Jacksonville Jaguars. This can be inferred from the information given in the question.

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  • 28. 

    How many interceptions did Shaun Hill throw in 2008 for the San Francisco 49ers?

    • A.

      Seventeen

    • B.

      Eight

    • C.

      Ten

    • D.

      One

    Correct Answer
    B. Eight
    Explanation
    Shaun Hill threw eight interceptions in 2008 for the San Francisco 49ers.

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  • 29. 

    Who made the tackle for the New York Giants' only safety in 2008?

    • A.

      Mathias Kiwanuka

    • B.

      Justin Tuck

    • C.

      Barry Cofield

    • D.

      Corey Webster

    Correct Answer
    A. Mathias Kiwanuka
    Explanation
    In 2008, Mathias Kiwanuka made the tackle for the New York Giants' only safety.

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  • 30. 

    How many games did Jon Kitna start for the Detroit Lions in 2008?

    • A.

      Three

    • B.

      Ten

    • C.

      Four

    • D.

      One

    Correct Answer
    C. Four
    Explanation
    Jon Kitna started four games for the Detroit Lions in 2008.

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