Nebraska Cornhuskers Football! Trivia

Reviewed by Editorial Team
The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.
Learn about Our Editorial Process
| By Alfredhook3
A
Alfredhook3
Community Contributor
Quizzes Created: 2944 | Total Attempts: 2,809,459
| Attempts: 231
SettingsSettings
Please wait...
  • 1/15 Questions

    Which team's 35-7 defeat snapped a three-game 2008 Nebraska football losing streak?

    • USC
    • Kansas
    • Texas A&M
    • Iowa State
Please wait...
About This Quiz


Here is a Nebraska Cornhuskers football trivia for you. Since its creation, the team has been able to win forty-three conference championships, but that was all before the millennium because since then, they haven’t even won one. Did you know that Nebraska gave Nick Saban his worst defeat as head coach in 2011? This quiz is designed for the Husker See morefan who thinks they know all about the team. How about you check it out!

Nebraska Cornhuskers Football! Trivia - Quiz

Quiz Preview

  • 2. 

    Which Manhattan school did the Nebraska Cornhuskers defeat 56-29 in a 2008 game?

    • Texas A&M

    • Columbia

    • Fordham

    • Kansas State

    Correct Answer
    A. Kansas State
    Explanation
    In 2008, the Nebraska Cornhuskers defeated Kansas State with a score of 56-29 in a game that took place in Manhattan.

    Rate this question:

  • 3. 

    Nebraska's Nate Swift and Todd Peterson combined for how many catches during 2007-08?

    • 153

    • 99

    • 125

    • 62

    Correct Answer
    A. 125
    Explanation
    Nate Swift and Todd Peterson combined for a total of 125 catches during the 2007-08 season.

    Rate this question:

  • 4. 

    The 2008 Nebraska Cornhuskers ranked second in which NCAA statistical category?

    • Points Scored

    • Turnovers Per Game

    • Time Of Possession

    • Total Rushing Yards

    Correct Answer
    A. Time Of Possession
    Explanation
    The 2008 Nebraska Cornhuskers ranked second in the NCAA in Time Of Possession. This means that they were able to control the ball for a significant amount of time during their games. Possessing the ball for longer periods can give a team more opportunities to score and also limit the time their opponents have to score. It indicates that the Cornhuskers had a strong offense that was able to sustain drives and control the tempo of the game.

    Rate this question:

  • 5. 

    The 2007 Cotton Bowl saw Nebraska fall 17-14 to which school's Tigers?

    • Auburn's

    • Penn State's

    • Ohio State's

    • Clemson's

    Correct Answer
    A. Auburn's
    Explanation
    In the 2007 Cotton Bowl, Nebraska lost to Auburn's Tigers with a score of 17-14.

    Rate this question:

  • 6. 

    Which 2001 head coach was an inductee into the Nebraska Football Hall of Fame in 1992?

    • Frank Solich

    • Bill Callahan

    • Bo Pelini

    • Bob Osborne

    Correct Answer
    A. Frank Solich
    Explanation
    Frank Solich was the head coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team in 2001. He was inducted into the Nebraska Football Hall of Fame in 1992. This recognition highlights his significant contributions and achievements in the world of football.

    Rate this question:

  • 7. 

    Which future head coach was the first Nebraska Cornhusker to rush for 200 yards in a game?

    • Bob Osborne

    • Bill Callahan

    • Frank Solich

    • Bo Pelini

    Correct Answer
    A. Frank Solich
    Explanation
    Frank Solich was the first Nebraska Cornhusker to rush for 200 yards in a game. This suggests that he had a significant impact as a running back during his time as a player. It also implies that he had the ability to effectively lead the team on the field, which may have contributed to his future role as a head coach.

    Rate this question:

  • 8. 

    Which 2004 junior led the Nebraska Cornhuskers in interceptions?

    • Le Kevin Smith

    • Stewart Bradley

    • Daniel Bullocks

    • Kyle Vanden Bosch

    Correct Answer
    A. Daniel Bullocks
    Explanation
    Daniel Bullocks led the Nebraska Cornhuskers in interceptions in 2004.

    Rate this question:

  • 9. 

    Which linebacker won Nebraska's 2005 Cletus Fischer Native Son Award?

    • Chris Kelsay

    • Brandon Jackson

    • Sam Koch

    • Titus Adams

    Correct Answer
    A. Titus Adams
    Explanation
    Titus Adams won Nebraska's 2005 Cletus Fischer Native Son Award.

    Rate this question:

  • 10. 

    Which Nebraska Cornhusker returned a punt for a score in the 2000 Fiesta Bowl?

    • Richie Incognito

    • Bobby Newcombe

    • Zackary Bowman

    • Ahman Green

    Correct Answer
    A. Bobby Newcombe
    Explanation
    Bobby Newcombe returned a punt for a score in the 2000 Fiesta Bowl.

    Rate this question:

  • 11. 

    Which linebacker led the 2006 Nebraska defense with 76 tackles?

    • Kris Brown

    • Russ Hochstein

    • Carl Nicks

    • Stewart Bradley

    Correct Answer
    A. Stewart Bradley
    Explanation
    Stewart Bradley is the correct answer because he led the 2006 Nebraska defense with 76 tackles. This indicates that he was the most successful linebacker in terms of tackles that year.

    Rate this question:

  • 12. 

    Which wide receiver was the Nebraska offense's 2007 Most Valuable Player?

    • Maurice Purify

    • Kyle Larson

    • Sam Koch

    • Scott Shanle

    Correct Answer
    A. Maurice Purify
    Explanation
    Maurice Purify was the Nebraska offense's Most Valuable Player in 2007.

    Rate this question:

  • 13. 

    Which Nebraska cornerback returned to action after a 2006 torn ACL and patellar tendon?

    • Steve Octavien

    • Russ Hochstein

    • Ryon Bingham

    • Zackary Bowman

    Correct Answer
    A. Zackary Bowman
    Explanation
    Zackary Bowman is the correct answer because he returned to action after a 2006 torn ACL and patellar tendon. This suggests that Bowman overcame a serious injury and was able to resume playing as a cornerback for Nebraska.

    Rate this question:

  • 14. 

    Who was the third Nebraska quarterback to score by running, passing and catching in a single game?

    • Joe Ganz

    • Zac Taylor

    • Eric Crouch

    • Patrick Witt

    Correct Answer
    A. Joe Ganz
    Explanation
    Joe Ganz was the third Nebraska quarterback to score by running, passing, and catching in a single game. This means that he was able to contribute to his team's score in multiple ways during a single game. This shows his versatility and skill as a quarterback, as he was not only able to throw and run for touchdowns but also catch a touchdown pass. Ganz's ability to contribute in different ways made him a valuable asset to the team and helped them achieve success on the field.

    Rate this question:

  • 15. 

    The 2000 Nebraska Cornhusker football team won which NCAA award?

    • Rushing Title

    • Passing Title

    • Interception Title

    • Scoring Title

    Correct Answer
    A. Rushing Title
    Explanation
    The 2000 Nebraska Cornhusker football team won the Rushing Title in the NCAA. This means that they had the highest number of rushing yards as a team compared to any other team in the NCAA that year.

    Rate this question:

Quiz Review Timeline (Updated): Nov 16, 2023 +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

  • Current Version
  • Nov 16, 2023
    Quiz Edited by
    ProProfs Editorial Team
  • Mar 03, 2015
    Quiz Created by
    Alfredhook3

Related Topics

Featured Quizzes

Which Sonic Character Are You? Which Sonic Character Are You?
What Is My Talent? What Is My Talent?
Can You Guess These Asian's Nationality? Can You Guess These Asian's Nationality?
Introduction to Computer: MCQ Questions With Answers Introduction to Computer: MCQ Questions With Answers
Do I Have a Crush on Him? Quiz Do I Have a Crush on Him? Quiz
Articles Quiz With Answers Articles Quiz With Answers
Back to Top Back to top
Advertisement
×

Wait!
Here's an interesting quiz for you.

We have other quizzes matching your interest.