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  • 1. 

    What place did Iowa finish the 2002 season, ranked at by AP and ESPN/USA Today?

    • A.

      18

    • B.

      9

    • C.

      7

    • D.

      8

    Correct Answer
    D. 8
    Explanation
    Iowa finished the 2002 season ranked at number 8 by both AP and ESPN/USA Today.

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  • 2. 

    What Miami Hurricane running back led the team in 2002 with 1,686 yards and 27 touchdowns?

    • A.

      Clinton Portis

    • B.

      Willis McGahee

    • C.

      Frank Gore

    • D.

      Maurice Clarett

    Correct Answer
    B. Willis McGahee
    Explanation
    In 2002, Willis McGahee led the Miami Hurricanes in rushing yards with 1,686 and touchdowns with 27. This suggests that he was the most productive and successful running back on the team during that season.

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  • 3. 

    What was Michigan's only non-conference loss in 2002?

    • A.

      Notre Dame

    • B.

      Utah

    • C.

      Washington

    • D.

      Florida

    Correct Answer
    A. Notre Dame
    Explanation
    In 2002, Michigan's only non-conference loss was against Notre Dame.

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  • 4. 

    Who had the longest run (59 yards) from scrimmage for Michigan in 2002?

    • A.

      Chris Perry

    • B.

      Ronald Bellamy

    • C.

      Calvin Bell

    • D.

      B.J. Askew

    Correct Answer
    D. B.J. Askew
    Explanation
    B.J. Askew had the longest run from scrimmage for Michigan in 2002, covering a distance of 59 yards.

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  • 5. 

    Which player did Rutgers name as the most valuable player-offense for the second straight year in 2002?

    • A.

      L.J. Smith

    • B.

      Greg Schiano

    • C.

      Kerry Collins

    • D.

      Jeremy Ito

    Correct Answer
    A. L.J. Smith
    Explanation
    Rutgers named L.J. Smith as the most valuable player-offense for the second straight year in 2002.

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  • 6. 

    How many players from the 2002 Rutgers football team were named All-Americans?

    • A.

      Four

    • B.

      Two

    • C.

      Zero

    • D.

      One

    Correct Answer
    C. Zero
    Explanation
    The answer is zero because the question is asking for the number of players from the 2002 Rutgers football team who were named All-Americans, and there were no players from that team who received that honor.

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  • 7. 

    In what bowl game did Virginia Tech play Air Force in 2002?

    • A.

      Diamond Walnut San Francisco Bowl

    • B.

      Champs Sports Bowl

    • C.

      Continental Tire Bowl

    • D.

      Gator Bowl

    Correct Answer
    A. Diamond Walnut San Francisco Bowl
    Explanation
    In 2002, Virginia Tech played Air Force in the Diamond Walnut San Francisco Bowl.

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  • 8. 

    Who was the first string kicker for the Washington State Cougars in 2003?

    • A.

      Jason Tate

    • B.

      Chris Reynolds

    • C.

      Drew Dunning

    • D.

      Frank Martin

    Correct Answer
    C. Drew Dunning
    Explanation
    Drew Dunning was the first string kicker for the Washington State Cougars in 2003.

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  • 9. 

    Who was the second player to gain weekly honors in the 2003 season for Washington State?

    • A.

      Rich Geller

    • B.

      Will Derting

    • C.

      Kevin Towsend

    • D.

      Jack Martin

    Correct Answer
    B. Will Derting
    Explanation
    Will Derting was the second player to gain weekly honors in the 2003 season for Washington State.

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  • 10. 

    What 2004 Arizona State football player went highest in the 2005 NFL Draft?

    • A.

      Drew Hodgson

    • B.

      Jason Shivers

    • C.

      Andrew Walter

    • D.

      Jimmy Verdon

    Correct Answer
    C. Andrew Walter
    Explanation
    Andrew Walter, a 2004 Arizona State football player, went highest in the 2005 NFL Draft. This means that he was selected earlier than any other player from Arizona State in that draft.

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  • 11. 

    With a 4-4 conference record in 2004, where did Colorado finish in the Big 12 North Division?

    • A.

      First

    • B.

      Third

    • C.

      Second

    • D.

      Fourth

    Correct Answer
    A. First
    Explanation
    Colorado finished in first place in the Big 12 North Division in 2004 with a 4-4 conference record.

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  • 12. 

    Which regular season opponent in the 2004 season had Colorado never played before?

    • A.

      New Mexico State

    • B.

      Rice

    • C.

      North Texas

    • D.

      San Diego State

    Correct Answer
    C. North Texas
    Explanation
    In the 2004 season, Colorado had played against New Mexico State, Rice, and San Diego State before. However, they had never played against North Texas before. Therefore, North Texas is the correct answer.

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  • 13. 

    What top 10 rival did the 2004 Oklahoma Sooners shutout 12-0 for their fifth consecutive victory in the series?

    • A.

      Nebraska

    • B.

      Texas Tech

    • C.

      Oklahoma State

    • D.

      Texas

    Correct Answer
    D. Texas
    Explanation
    The 2004 Oklahoma Sooners shutout Texas for their fifth consecutive victory in the series.

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  • 14. 

    What coach began his eighth year as Pittsburgh's football coach in 2004?

    • A.

      Sal Sunseri

    • B.

      Jackie Sherill

    • C.

      Wilbur Hockensmith

    • D.

      Walt Harris

    Correct Answer
    D. Walt Harris
    Explanation
    Walt Harris began his eighth year as Pittsburgh's football coach in 2004.

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  • 15. 

    How many players from the 2005 Boston College football team were drafted into the NFL?

    • A.

      3

    • B.

      4

    • C.

      6

    • D.

      5

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 3. This means that only 3 players from the 2005 Boston College football team were drafted into the NFL.

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  • 16. 

    Which team did not defeat the 2005 Florida State Seminole football team?

    • A.

      Maryland Terrapins

    • B.

      Duke Blue Devils

    • C.

      Florida Gators

    • D.

      Miami Hurricanes

    Correct Answer
    B. Duke Blue Devils
    Explanation
    The Duke Blue Devils did not defeat the 2005 Florida State Seminole football team.

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  • 17. 

    Who dealt Georgia Tech their most lopsided loss, 51-7, in 2005?

    • A.

      Virginia

    • B.

      Virginia Tech

    • C.

      Georgia

    • D.

      Miami

    Correct Answer
    B. Virginia Tech
    Explanation
    In 2005, Georgia Tech suffered their most lopsided loss, 51-7, at the hands of Virginia Tech.

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  • 18. 

    In 2005, what was the nickname that Indiana Coach Hoeppner gave Memorial Stadium?

    • A.

      The Fortress

    • B.

      The Horseshoe

    • C.

      The Rock

    • D.

      The Dome

    Correct Answer
    C. The Rock
    Explanation
    In 2005, Indiana Coach Hoeppner gave Memorial Stadium the nickname "The Rock." This nickname suggests that the stadium is strong, solid, and unyielding, creating a sense of stability and toughness. It may also imply that the stadium is a place where the team can rely on their home field advantage and feel confident in their ability to perform.

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  • 19. 

    Who was the football coach for the Kentucky Wildcats in 2005?

    • A.

      Rich Brooks

    • B.

      Andy Gill

    • C.

      Joe Paterno

    • D.

      Guy Morriss

    Correct Answer
    A. Rich Brooks
    Explanation
    Rich Brooks was the football coach for the Kentucky Wildcats in 2005.

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  • 20. 

    In 2005, what were the only two SEC schools with records worse than Kentucky's?

    • A.

      Ole Miss and Tennesee

    • B.

      LSU and Vanderbilt

    • C.

      Ole Miss and Miss State

    • D.

      Auburn and Tennessee

    Correct Answer
    C. Ole Miss and Miss State
    Explanation
    In 2005, Ole Miss and Miss State were the only two SEC schools with records worse than Kentucky's. This means that Kentucky had a better record than all the other SEC schools except for Ole Miss and Miss State.

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  • 21. 

    Of the LSU players from the 2005 team taken in the 2006 draft, who was the highest taken?

    • A.

      Andrew Wentworth

    • B.

      Claude Wroten

    • C.

      Joseph Addai

    • D.

      Skyler Green

    Correct Answer
    C. Joseph Addai
    Explanation
    Joseph Addai was the highest taken among the LSU players from the 2005 team in the 2006 draft. This means that he was selected earlier in the draft compared to the other three players mentioned.

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  • 22. 

    Who led Michigan in 2005 in sacks with 7?

    • A.

      LaMarr Woodley

    • B.

      Pierre Woods

    • C.

      Shawn Crable

    • D.

      Alan Branch

    Correct Answer
    A. LaMarr Woodley
    Explanation
    In 2005, LaMarr Woodley led Michigan in sacks with 7. This means that Woodley was the player who had the highest number of sacks for Michigan during that year.

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  • 23. 

    Who had the most interceptions for Michigan in 2005 with 4?

    • A.

      Grant Mason

    • B.

      Leon Hall

    • C.

      Brandon Harrison

    • D.

      Willis Barringer

    Correct Answer
    B. Leon Hall
    Explanation
    Leon Hall had the most interceptions for Michigan in 2005 with 4. This means that throughout the season, Leon Hall was able to intercept the opposing team's passes a total of 4 times. Interceptions are a valuable defensive play in football as they can lead to turnovers and scoring opportunities for the team. Leon Hall's ability to read the game and make these interceptions made him a standout player for Michigan in 2005.

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  • 24. 

    In what bowl game did Northwestern play in 2005?

    • A.

      Citrus Bowl

    • B.

      Motor City Bowl

    • C.

      Sun Bowl

    • D.

      Rose Bowl

    Correct Answer
    C. Sun Bowl
    Explanation
    In 2005, Northwestern played in the Sun Bowl.

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  • 25. 

    Which Northwestern freshman running back rushed 1,474 yards in 2005?

    • A.

      Tyrell Sutton

    • B.

      Brandon Roberson

    • C.

      Gerard Hamlett

    • D.

      Terrell Jordon

    Correct Answer
    A. Tyrell Sutton
    Explanation
    Tyrell Sutton rushed for 1,474 yards in 2005 as a freshman running back at Northwestern.

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  • 26. 

    Who threw 18 touchdown passes for Rutgers in the 2005 college football season?

    • A.

      Mike Teel

    • B.

      Shawn Tucker

    • C.

      Ryan Hart

    • D.

      Brian Leonard

    Correct Answer
    C. Ryan Hart
    Explanation
    Ryan Hart threw 18 touchdown passes for Rutgers in the 2005 college football season.

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  • 27. 

    What Rutgers player rushed for 217 yards vs. Connecticut on October 22, 2005?

    • A.

      Tres Moses

    • B.

      Ray Rice

    • C.

      Marcus Daniels

    • D.

      Corey Barnes

    Correct Answer
    B. Ray Rice
    Explanation
    Ray Rice rushed for 217 yards against Connecticut on October 22, 2005.

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  • 28. 

    In the 2005 season, in which college football bowl game did Rutgers play?

    • A.

      Copper Bowl

    • B.

      Outback Bowl

    • C.

      Insight Bowl

    • D.

      Blockbuster Bowl

    Correct Answer
    C. Insight Bowl
    Explanation
    In the 2005 season, Rutgers played in the Insight Bowl.

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  • 29. 

    Who did SMU defeat in 2005 to earn their first win over a ranked team since 1986?

    • A.

      UTEP

    • B.

      Marshall

    • C.

      Tulsa

    • D.

      TCU

    Correct Answer
    D. TCU
    Explanation
    SMU defeated TCU in 2005 to earn their first win over a ranked team since 1986. This victory was significant for SMU as it ended a long drought of defeating ranked opponents. TCU, being a ranked team at that time, was a formidable opponent, making the win even more notable for SMU.

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  • 30. 

    In what conference did the Tulsa Golden Hurricane join in 2005, only to win the league football title in their first year?

    • A.

      Conference USA

    • B.

      Sunbelt Conference

    • C.

      PAC 10

    • D.

      Big XII

    Correct Answer
    A. Conference USA
    Explanation
    In 2005, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane joined Conference USA and managed to win the league football title in their first year.

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