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  • 1. 

    Which of the following was not a playoff matchup two years in a row?

    • A.

      Tampa Bay at Philadelphia, 2001-2002

    • B.

      Jacksonville at Denver, 1996-1997

    • C.

      St. Louis at New Orleans, 2000-2001

    • D.

      Indianapolis at Pittsburgh, 1995-1996

    Correct Answer
    C. St. Louis at New Orleans, 2000-2001
    Explanation
    The St. Louis at New Orleans matchup in 2000-2001 was not a playoff matchup two years in a row.

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  • 2. 

    What AFC team went 12-4 in 1992, only to be defeated by Buffalo 24-3 in the divisional playoffs?

    • A.

      San Diego Chargers

    • B.

      Los Angeles Raiders

    • C.

      New York Jets

    • D.

      Pittsburgh Steelers

    Correct Answer
    D. Pittsburgh Steelers
    Explanation
    The Pittsburgh Steelers went 12-4 in 1992 but were defeated by the Buffalo Bills 24-3 in the divisional playoffs.

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  • 3. 

    What is the John Mackey Award given for in college football?

    • A.

      Nation's Outstanding Tight End

    • B.

      Best Division II Player

    • C.

      Nation's Best Quarterback

    • D.

      Outstanding Division III Player

    Correct Answer
    A. Nation's Outstanding Tight End
    Explanation
    The John Mackey Award is given to the nation's outstanding tight end in college football. This award recognizes the exceptional skills and performance of tight ends in the sport. Tight ends play a crucial role in both the offense and defense, contributing to the team's success. The recipient of this award is considered the best tight end in the country, showcasing their talent, athleticism, and impact on the game.

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  • 4. 

    What is the Broyles Award given for in college football?

    • A.

      Nation's Top Assistant Coach

    • B.

      Nation's Outstanding Tight End

    • C.

      Nation's Best Quarterback

    • D.

      Nation's Best Defensive Player

    Correct Answer
    A. Nation's Top Assistant Coach
    Explanation
    The Broyles Award is given to the nation's top assistant coach in college football. This award recognizes the significant contributions made by assistant coaches in supporting the success of their team. It acknowledges their expertise, leadership, and impact on player development and team performance. The Broyles Award aims to highlight the crucial role that assistant coaches play in shaping and guiding their teams to achieve excellence on the field.

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  • 5. 

    What is the Eddie Robinson Award given for in college football?

    • A.

      Best I-AA Defensive Player

    • B.

      I-AA Coach Of The Year

    • C.

      Nation's Outstanding Tight End

    • D.

      Nation's Outstanding Punter

    Correct Answer
    B. I-AA Coach Of The Year
    Explanation
    The Eddie Robinson Award is given to the I-AA Coach of the Year in college football. This award recognizes the outstanding performance and achievements of a coach in the I-AA division, which is the second tier of college football. It acknowledges their leadership, coaching abilities, and success in guiding their team to a successful season. The recipient of this award is recognized as the top coach in the I-AA division for that particular year.

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  • 6. 

    Who did student football fans at Marshall root for?

    • A.

      Thundering Herd

    • B.

      Commodores

    • C.

      Ducks

    • D.

      Longhorns

    Correct Answer
    A. Thundering Herd
    Explanation
    Student football fans at Marshall root for the Thundering Herd.

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  • 7. 

    Who do student football fans at the University of Tulsa root for?

    • A.

      Bulls

    • B.

      Golden Hurricane

    • C.

      Rebels

    • D.

      Thundering Herd

    Correct Answer
    B. Golden Hurricane
    Explanation
    Student football fans at the University of Tulsa root for the Golden Hurricane. This can be inferred from the fact that the University of Tulsa's athletic teams are known as the Golden Hurricane. Therefore, it can be concluded that student football fans at the university support the Golden Hurricane team.

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  • 8. 

    Who do student football fans at Vanderbilt root for?

    • A.

      Golden Gophers

    • B.

      Boilermakers

    • C.

      Golden Knights

    • D.

      Commodores

    Correct Answer
    D. Commodores
    Explanation
    Student football fans at Vanderbilt root for the Commodores.

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  • 9. 

    What is Western Michigan University's football team?

    • A.

      Golden Bears

    • B.

      Broncos

    • C.

      Zips

    • D.

      Bruins

    Correct Answer
    B. Broncos
    Explanation
    Western Michigan University's football team is known as the Broncos. This information is provided in the question itself, where the options are given. The correct answer is Broncos.

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  • 10. 

    Which conference does the 2005 football team from Eastern Michigan belong to?

    • A.

      Big Ten

    • B.

      MAC

    • C.

      Conference USA

    • D.

      Big East

    Correct Answer
    B. MAC
    Explanation
    The 2005 football team from Eastern Michigan belongs to the MAC conference.

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  • 11. 

    Which conference does the 2005 football team from Memphis belong to?

    • A.

      ACC

    • B.

      SEC

    • C.

      Conference USA

    • D.

      Independents

    Correct Answer
    C. Conference USA
    Explanation
    The 2005 football team from Memphis belongs to Conference USA.

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  • 12. 

    Which division does the 2005 football team from Western Michigan belong to?

    • A.

      WAC

    • B.

      MAC

    • C.

      Conference USA

    • D.

      Big 12

    Correct Answer
    B. MAC
    Explanation
    The 2005 football team from Western Michigan belongs to the MAC (Mid-American Conference).

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  • 13. 

    Who racked up the yards carrying the ball for Minnesota?

    • A.

      Laurence Maroney

    • B.

      Bryson Sumlin

    • C.

      Darren Sproles

    • D.

      Vernand Morency

    Correct Answer
    A. Laurence Maroney
    Explanation
    Laurence Maroney is the correct answer because he is the player who accumulated the most yards carrying the ball for Minnesota.

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  • 14. 

    Who quarterbacked for Toledo in 2004?

    • A.

      Jeff Rowe

    • B.

      Zac Dahman

    • C.

      Ryan Cubit

    • D.

      Bruce Gradkowski

    Correct Answer
    D. Bruce Gradkowski
    Explanation
    Bruce Gradkowski quarterbacked for Toledo in 2004.

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  • 15. 

    Which of these NFL quarterbacks passed for the most yards in 2004?

    • A.

      Drew Bledsoe

    • B.

      A.J. Feeley

    • C.

      Billy Volek

    • D.

      Daunte Culpepper

    Correct Answer
    D. Daunte Culpepper
    Explanation
    Daunte Culpepper passed for the most yards in the NFL in 2004.

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  • 16. 

    Who won the Dick Butkus Award in 2003?

    • A.

      Vinny Testaverde

    • B.

      Teddy Lehman

    • C.

      Ty Detmer

    • D.

      Anthony Thompson

    Correct Answer
    B. Teddy Lehman
    Explanation
    Teddy Lehman won the Dick Butkus Award in 2003. This award is given annually to the top linebacker in college football. Lehman, who played for the University of Oklahoma, had an exceptional season in 2003, leading his team in tackles and earning numerous accolades. His outstanding performance and impact on the field during that year made him the deserving recipient of the Dick Butkus Award.

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  • 17. 

    Who is the Kansas State football player who won the Jim Thorpe Award in 2002?

    • A.

      Eddie George

    • B.

      Rocky Calmus

    • C.

      Antoine Winfield

    • D.

      Terence Newman

    Correct Answer
    D. Terence Newman
    Explanation
    Terence Newman is the correct answer because he won the Jim Thorpe Award in 2002. The Jim Thorpe Award is given annually to the best defensive back in college football, and Newman was recognized for his exceptional skills and performance during that year. Eddie George, Rocky Calmus, and Antoine Winfield are not relevant to the question and did not win the Jim Thorpe Award in 2002.

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  • 18. 

    Who became the Dallas Cowboy's head coach after Dave Campo was fired in 2002?

    • A.

      Marvin Lewis

    • B.

      Chan Gailey

    • C.

      Bill Parcells

    • D.

      Jerry Jones

    Correct Answer
    C. Bill Parcells
    Explanation
    Bill Parcells became the Dallas Cowboys' head coach after Dave Campo was fired in 2002. Parcells is a highly successful and respected coach in the NFL, known for turning around struggling teams. His hiring brought a new level of discipline and professionalism to the Cowboys organization, leading them to three playoff appearances during his tenure. Parcells' impact was significant, as he helped lay the foundation for future success for the franchise.

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  • 19. 

    Who was the Cleveland Browns' head coach on the opening day of the 2005 NFL season?

    • A.

      Romeo Crennel

    • B.

      Bill Cowher

    • C.

      Joe Gibbs

    • D.

      Mike Martz

    Correct Answer
    A. Romeo Crennel
    Explanation
    Romeo Crennel was the head coach of the Cleveland Browns on the opening day of the 2005 NFL season.

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  • 20. 

    Who voted Rookie Coach of the Year by "Football Digest" in 2003?

    • A.

      Tony Dungy

    • B.

      Marvin Lewis

    • C.

      Steve Mariucci

    • D.

      Tom Coughlin

    Correct Answer
    B. Marvin Lewis
    Explanation
    Marvin Lewis was voted Rookie Coach of the Year by "Football Digest" in 2003. This means that in his first year as a head coach, he made a significant impact and was recognized for his achievements.

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  • 21. 

    Which 2005 team's defense was run by defensive coordinator Dick Jauron?

    • A.

      Detroit Lions

    • B.

      San Diego Chargers

    • C.

      New York Jets

    • D.

      Cleveland Browns

    Correct Answer
    A. Detroit Lions
    Explanation
    In 2005, the Detroit Lions had their defense run by defensive coordinator Dick Jauron.

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  • 22. 

    Who is the 2005 NFL team that included Keith Rowen as its offensive coordinator?

    • A.

      Atlanta Falcons

    • B.

      Baltimore Ravens

    • C.

      Arizona Cardinals

    • D.

      Kansas City Chiefs

    Correct Answer
    C. Arizona Cardinals
    Explanation
    In 2005, Keith Rowen served as the offensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals.

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  • 23. 

    Of these NFL players, whose 2004 salary was highest?

    • A.

      Dewayne Robertson

    • B.

      John Tait

    • C.

      Jevon Kearse

    • D.

      Robert Gallery

    Correct Answer
    C. Jevon Kearse
    Explanation
    Jevon Kearse had the highest salary among these NFL players in 2004.

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  • 24. 

    Which NFL star had a higher salary for the 2004 season?

    • A.

      Peyton Manning

    • B.

      Todd Wade

    • C.

      Antoine Winfield

    • D.

      Jevon Kearse

    Correct Answer
    A. Peyton Manning
    Explanation
    Peyton Manning had a higher salary for the 2004 season compared to Todd Wade, Antoine Winfield, and Jevon Kearse.

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  • 25. 

    During the 2004 NFL regular season which of these teams had 6 victories and lost 10 games?

    • A.

      Tennessee Titans

    • B.

      Kansas City Chiefs

    • C.

      Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    • D.

      Detroit Lions

    Correct Answer
    D. Detroit Lions
    Explanation
    The Detroit Lions had 6 victories and lost 10 games during the 2004 NFL regular season.

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  • 26. 

    Which of these NFL quarterbacks is the youngest?

    • A.

      Matt Hasselbeck

    • B.

      Kyle Boller

    • C.

      Anthony Wright

    • D.

      Brett Favre

    Correct Answer
    B. Kyle Boller
    Explanation
    Kyle Boller is the correct answer because he was born on June 17, 1981, making him the youngest among the listed NFL quarterbacks. Matt Hasselbeck was born on September 25, 1975, Anthony Wright was born on February 14, 1976, and Brett Favre was born on October 10, 1969.

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  • 27. 

    Which one of these NFL quarterbacks is the youngest?

    • A.

      Todd Collins

    • B.

      Jeff Garcia

    • C.

      Trent Green

    • D.

      Aaron Brooks

    Correct Answer
    D. Aaron Brooks
    Explanation
    Aaron Brooks is the youngest NFL quarterback among the given options. This can be determined by comparing the ages of the quarterbacks at a specific point in time. Without additional information, it is not possible to provide a specific age for each quarterback or determine the exact age difference between them.

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  • 28. 

    Who was the first round 2005 NFL Draft pick from the University of Miami who played cornerback?

    • A.

      Alex Smith

    • B.

      Antrel Rolle

    • C.

      Derrick Johnson

    • D.

      Thomas Davis

    Correct Answer
    B. Antrel Rolle
    Explanation
    Antrel Rolle was the first round 2005 NFL Draft pick from the University of Miami who played cornerback.

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  • 29. 

    Which NFL first-round draft pick in 2005 was under six feet tall?

    • A.

      Mike Williams

    • B.

      Adam Jones

    • C.

      Alex Smith

    • D.

      Braylon Edwards

    Correct Answer
    B. Adam Jones
    Explanation
    Adam Jones is the correct answer because he is the only NFL first-round draft pick in 2005 who was under six feet tall. Mike Williams, Alex Smith, and Braylon Edwards were all over six feet tall.

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  • 30. 

    What number pick did New England have in the first round of the NFL 2005 Draft?

    • A.

      32

    • B.

      41

    • C.

      12

    • D.

      23

    Correct Answer
    A. 32
    Explanation
    New England had the 32nd pick in the first round of the NFL 2005 Draft. This means that they were the last team to pick in the first round, as there are 32 teams in the NFL.

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