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1.

Purdue defeated what Big Ten team for their sixth win to secure bowl eligibility in 2002?
- A.
  
  Illinois
- B.
  
  Indiana
- C.
  
  Michigan State
- D.
  
  Northwestern
Correct Answer
B. Indiana

Explanation
In 2002, Purdue defeated Indiana, a Big Ten team, for their sixth win. This victory secured their bowl eligibility, meaning they had won enough games to qualify for a bowl game.

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2.

Who defeated Purdue 38-31 in their only overtime football game in 2002?
- A.
  
  Western Michigan
- B.
  
  Minnesota
- C.
  
  Wake Forest
- D.
  
  Illinois
Correct Answer
D. Illinois

Explanation
In 2002, Purdue played a football game against Illinois that went into overtime. During this game, Illinois managed to defeat Purdue with a final score of 38-31. Therefore, the correct answer is Illinois.

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3.

What offensive football player was Purdue's 2002 MVP?
- A.
  
  RB Jerod Void
- B.
  
  QB Kyle Orton
- C.
  
  Wide receiver John Standeford
- D.
  
  LB Shaun Phillips
Correct Answer
C. Wide receiver John Standeford

Explanation
John Standeford was named Purdue's 2002 MVP because he had an outstanding season as a wide receiver. He consistently made important plays, catching passes and scoring touchdowns for the team. Standeford's performance was instrumental in Purdue's success that year, making him the most valuable offensive player on the team.

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4.

Purdue faced what Pac-10 team in the 2002 Sun Bowl?
- A.
  
  Arizona State
- B.
  
  USC
- C.
  
  Washington
- D.
  
  Oregon State
Correct Answer
C. Washington

Explanation
In the 2002 Sun Bowl, Purdue faced Washington.

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5.

How many consecutive games did Purdue win to close out the 2002 football season?
- A.
  
  Two
- B.
  
  Six
- C.
  
  Three
- D.
  
  Five
Correct Answer
C. Three

Explanation
Purdue won three consecutive games to close out the 2002 football season.

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6.

What Purdue receiver recorded a team-high 13 receptions vs. Iowa in 2002?
- A.
  
  Bruce Gordon
- B.
  
  Raymond Williams
- C.
  
  Taylor Stubblefield
- D.
  
  John Standeford
Correct Answer
C. Taylor Stubblefield

Explanation
Taylor Stubblefield is the correct answer because he recorded a team-high 13 receptions in a game against Iowa in 2002. This means that out of all the Purdue receivers, Stubblefield had the most catches during that particular game. The other options, Bruce Gordon, Raymond Williams, and John Standeford, are not mentioned in relation to this specific game or their reception numbers are not specified.

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7.

How many teams did Purdue hold to under 100 yards rushing in 2002?
- A.
  
  One
- B.
  
  Seven
- C.
  
  Three
- D.
  
  Six
Correct Answer
B. Seven

Explanation
In 2002, Purdue held seven teams to under 100 yards rushing. This indicates that Purdue's defense was successful in limiting their opponents' rushing yards in multiple games throughout the season.

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8.

Future NFL player Akin Ayodele played what position in 2001 for the Purdue Boilermakers?
- A.
  
  Inside Linebacker
- B.
  
  Tight End
- C.
  
  Outside Linebacker
- D.
  
  Defensive End
Correct Answer
D. Defensive End

Explanation
In 2001, Akin Ayodele played as a Defensive End for the Purdue Boilermakers.

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9.

What player from the 2001 Purdue Boilermakers roster was named a Consensus All-American?
- A.
  
  P Travis Dorsch
- B.
  
  DE Akin Ayodele
- C.
  
  SS Stuart Schweigert
- D.
  
  QB Kyle Orton
Correct Answer
A. P Travis Dorsch

Explanation
Travis Dorsch from the 2001 Purdue Boilermakers roster was named a Consensus All-American.

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10.

Purdue's football team had how many wins during the eight-game 2001 Big Ten schedule?
- A.
  
  Five
- B.
  
  Three
- C.
  
  Six
- D.
  
  Four
Correct Answer
D. Four

Explanation
Purdue's football team had four wins during the eight-game 2001 Big Ten schedule.

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11.

Purdue was defeated in 2001 by Washington State in which postseason bowl game?
- A.
  
  Silicon Valley Bowl
- B.
  
  Sun Bowl
- C.
  
  Alamo Bowl
- D.
  
  International Bowl
Correct Answer
B. Sun Bowl

Explanation
In 2001, Purdue University lost to Washington State in the Sun Bowl.

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12.

Purdue had how many interceptions as a team in 2001?
- A.
  
  23
- B.
  
  21
- C.
  
  16
- D.
  
  13
Correct Answer
B. 21

Explanation
In 2001, Purdue had 21 interceptions as a team. This means that the Purdue football team successfully intercepted the opposing team's passes 21 times throughout the season. Interceptions are a defensive play in football where a player catches a pass intended for an opponent, giving their team possession of the ball.

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13.

Which defensive player was named the 2001 MVP for Purdue's football team?
- A.
  
  Stuart Schweigert
- B.
  
  Joe Odom
- C.
  
  Akin Ayodele
- D.
  
  Landon Johnson
Correct Answer
C. Akin Ayodele

Explanation
Akin Ayodele was named the 2001 MVP for Purdue's football team.

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14.

Purdue scored how many total TDs in 2001?
- A.
  
  36
- B.
  
  27
- C.
  
  41
- D.
  
  33
Correct Answer
B. 27

Explanation
In 2001, Purdue scored a total of 27 touchdowns.

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15.

Purdue defeated what school in 2000 to earn a 2001 Rose Bowl berth?
- A.
  
  Iowa
- B.
  
  Minnesota
- C.
  
  Penn State
- D.
  
  Indiana
Correct Answer
D. Indiana

Explanation
Purdue defeated Indiana in 2000 to earn a 2001 Rose Bowl berth.

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Purdue Boilermakers Football Trivia

Purdue defeated what Big Ten team for their sixth win to secure bowl eligibility in 2002?

Who defeated Purdue 38-31 in their only overtime football game in 2002?

What offensive football player was Purdue's 2002 MVP?

Purdue faced what Pac-10 team in the 2002 Sun Bowl?

How many consecutive games did Purdue win to close out the 2002 football season?

What Purdue receiver recorded a team-high 13 receptions vs. Iowa in 2002?

How many teams did Purdue hold to under 100 yards rushing in 2002?

Future NFL player Akin Ayodele played what position in 2001 for the Purdue Boilermakers?

What player from the 2001 Purdue Boilermakers roster was named a Consensus All-American?

Purdue's football team had how many wins during the eight-game 2001 Big Ten schedule?

Purdue was defeated in 2001 by Washington State in which postseason bowl game?

Purdue had how many interceptions as a team in 2001?

Which defensive player was named the 2001 MVP for Purdue's football team?

Purdue scored how many total TDs in 2001?

Purdue defeated what school in 2000 to earn a 2001 Rose Bowl berth?