Quiz For NFL - New York Giants

Approved & Edited by ProProfs Editorial Team
The editorial team at ProProfs Quizzes consists of a select group of subject experts, trivia writers, and quiz masters who have authored over 10,000 quizzes taken by more than 100 million users. This team includes our in-house seasoned quiz moderators and subject matter experts. Our editorial experts, spread across the world, are rigorously trained using our comprehensive guidelines to ensure that you receive the highest quality quizzes.
Learn about Our Editorial Process
| By Alfredhook3
A
Alfredhook3
Community Contributor
Quizzes Created: 2940 | Total Attempts: 2,657,015
Questions: 15 | Attempts: 219

SettingsSettingsSettings
Quiz For NFL - New York Giants - Quiz

Sit back, relax and have fun with this NFL - New York Giants quiz.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Phil Simms was drafted by the Giants after a standout career at what university?

    • A.

      Morehead State

    • B.

      Arizona State

    • C.

      USC

    • D.

      Penn State

    Correct Answer
    A. Morehead State
    Explanation
    Phil Simms was drafted by the Giants after a standout career at Morehead State. Morehead State University is a small public university located in Kentucky. Although it is not as well-known as some other universities on the list, Simms had an impressive college career there, which caught the attention of the Giants and led to his draft selection.

    Rate this question:

  • 2. 

    Which son of Phil Simms played in the NFL?

    • A.

      Paul Simms

    • B.

      Chris Simms

    • C.

      Ian Simms

    • D.

      Reed Simms

    Correct Answer
    B. Chris Simms
    Explanation
    Chris Simms is the correct answer because he is the only son of Phil Simms who played in the NFL. Phil Simms is a former NFL quarterback who played for the New York Giants, and his son Chris followed in his footsteps, playing as a quarterback for various teams including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Denver Broncos. Chris Simms had a professional football career, making him the correct choice among the given options.

    Rate this question:

  • 3. 

    Phil Simms was part of the broadcast team for which video game?

    • A.

      All-Star Football 2013

    • B.

      NFL Blitz 13

    • C.

      Madden NFL 13

    • D.

      NFL Street 13

    Correct Answer
    C. Madden NFL 13
    Explanation
    Phil Simms was part of the broadcast team for the video game Madden NFL 13.

    Rate this question:

  • 4. 

    In 1985 Phil Simms became one of the first quarterbacks to throw for how many yards in a game?

    • A.

      500

    • B.

      300

    • C.

      200

    • D.

      400

    Correct Answer
    A. 500
    Explanation
    In 1985, Phil Simms became one of the first quarterbacks to throw for 500 yards in a game. This means that during a single game, Simms successfully completed passes that accumulated a total of 500 yards. This achievement was significant because it demonstrated Simms' exceptional skill and ability as a quarterback, as well as his ability to lead his team to a high-scoring victory.

    Rate this question:

  • 5. 

    In Super Bowl XXI, Phil Simms completed a long flea flicker pass to which player?

    • A.

      Mark Bavaro

    • B.

      Stacy Robinson

    • C.

      Phil McConkey

    • D.

      Bobby Johnson

    Correct Answer
    C. pHil McConkey
    Explanation
    Phil Simms completed a long flea flicker pass to Phil McConkey in Super Bowl XXI.

    Rate this question:

  • 6. 

    Which team did Mark Bavaro join after leaving the Giants?

    • A.

      Baltimore Ravens

    • B.

      Pittsburgh Steelers

    • C.

      Cincinnati Bengals

    • D.

      Cleveland Browns

    Correct Answer
    D. Cleveland Browns
    Explanation
    After leaving the Giants, Mark Bavaro joined the Cleveland Browns.

    Rate this question:

  • 7. 

    Mark Bavaro was cut by the Giants in 1991 after undergoing surgery on what body part?

    • A.

      Shoulder

    • B.

      Hip

    • C.

      Back

    • D.

      Knee

    Correct Answer
    D. Knee
    Explanation
    Mark Bavaro was cut by the Giants in 1991 after undergoing surgery on his knee. This suggests that the injury to his knee was severe enough to prevent him from continuing his career with the team. The decision to cut him implies that the Giants did not believe he would be able to fully recover from the surgery and perform at the level required for the team.

    Rate this question:

  • 8. 

    Mark Bavaro played has last NFL season with which team?

    • A.

      Oakland Raiders

    • B.

      Tennessee Titans

    • C.

      San Diego Chargers

    • D.

      Philadelphia Eagles

    Correct Answer
    D. pHiladelpHia Eagles
    Explanation
    Mark Bavaro played his last NFL season with the Philadelphia Eagles.

    Rate this question:

  • 9. 

    Mark Bavaro broke which player's Giants record for most receptions by a tight end in a season?

    • A.

      Carl Banks

    • B.

      Herb Welch

    • C.

      Bob Tucker

    • D.

      Eric Dorsey

    Correct Answer
    C. Bob Tucker
    Explanation
    Mark Bavaro broke Bob Tucker's Giants record for most receptions by a tight end in a season.

    Rate this question:

  • 10. 

    Mark Bavaro played six weeks with what injury in 1986?

    • A.

      Herniated Disk

    • B.

      Broken Jaw

    • C.

      Broken Hand

    • D.

      Dislocated Shoulder

    Correct Answer
    B. Broken Jaw
    Explanation
    In 1986, Mark Bavaro played six weeks with a broken jaw. This injury would have been extremely painful and could have affected his ability to eat and speak. Despite the injury, Bavaro showed great determination and toughness by continuing to play and contribute to his team.

    Rate this question:

  • 11. 

    Mark Bavaro started at tight end during his rookie year because of an injury to which Giants tight end?

    • A.

      Everson Walls

    • B.

      Zeke Mowatt

    • C.

      Maurice Carthon

    • D.

      Larry McGrew

    Correct Answer
    B. Zeke Mowatt
    Explanation
    Mark Bavaro started at tight end during his rookie year because of an injury to Zeke Mowatt.

    Rate this question:

  • 12. 

    Joe Morris set the all-time rushing record at what university?

    • A.

      Temple

    • B.

      Syracuse

    • C.

      New Mexico

    • D.

      Minnesota

    Correct Answer
    B. Syracuse
    Explanation
    Joe Morris set the all-time rushing record at Syracuse University.

    Rate this question:

  • 13. 

    Joe Morris retired from the NFL with how many career rushing yards?

    • A.

      3383

    • B.

      5585

    • C.

      4484

    • D.

      2282

    Correct Answer
    B. 5585
    Explanation
    Joe Morris retired from the NFL with 5585 career rushing yards. This means that throughout his career, he accumulated a total of 5585 yards by running with the football. This statistic is a measure of his effectiveness and success as a running back in the NFL.

    Rate this question:

  • 14. 

    Joe Morris was a co-owner of what Arena Football team?

    • A.

      Connecticut Yellow Dogs

    • B.

      Maryland Green Dogs

    • C.

      New York Blue Dogs

    • D.

      New Jersey Red Dogs

    Correct Answer
    D. New Jersey Red Dogs
    Explanation
    Joe Morris was a co-owner of the New Jersey Red Dogs Arena Football team.

    Rate this question:

  • 15. 

    1986 was the only season in which Joe Morris achieved how many rushing yards?

    • A.

      2000

    • B.

      1000

    • C.

      1500

    • D.

      500

    Correct Answer
    C. 1500
    Explanation
    In the 1986 season, Joe Morris achieved 1500 rushing yards. This means that throughout the entire season, he accumulated a total of 1500 yards by running with the football. This was a significant achievement for Morris, as it was the only season in which he reached this specific milestone.

    Rate this question:

Quiz Review Timeline +

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

  • Current Version
  • Mar 22, 2023
    Quiz Edited by
    ProProfs Editorial Team
  • Mar 04, 2015
    Quiz Created by
    Alfredhook3
Back to Top Back to top
Advertisement
×

Wait!
Here's an interesting quiz for you.

We have other quizzes matching your interest.