1.
What was Denver Broncos quarterback Brian Griese's NFL-leading passer rating in 2000?
Correct Answer
A. 102.9
Explanation
In 2000, Denver Broncos quarterback Brian Griese had a passer rating of 102.9, which was the highest in the NFL. A passer rating is a measure of a quarterback's performance, taking into account completion percentage, yards per attempt, touchdown percentage, and interception percentage. Griese's high passer rating indicates that he had a successful season, with a good balance of completions, yards gained, and touchdowns, while minimizing interceptions.
2.
In 2000, which Denver Broncos' wide receiver was second in the AFC in receptions?
Correct Answer
A. Ed McCaffrey
Explanation
Ed McCaffrey was the correct answer because in 2000, he was the Denver Broncos' wide receiver who ranked second in the AFC in receptions.
3.
Which Denver Broncos offensive player was not part of the AFC's top 15 for touchdowns scored?
Correct Answer
A. Olandis Gary
Explanation
Olandis Gary is the correct answer because he was not part of the AFC's top 15 for touchdowns scored. This means that he did not score enough touchdowns to be ranked among the top offensive players in the AFC.
4.
Who did not make the Pro Bowl for the Broncos in 2000?
Correct Answer
C. Trevor Pryce
Explanation
Trevor Pryce did not make the Pro Bowl for the Broncos in 2000.
5.
Through 2005, which of the following had never been a playoff matchup in Denver Broncos history?
Correct Answer
A. Broncos At Patriots
Explanation
The correct answer is Broncos At Patriots. This is because, up until 2005, the Denver Broncos had never played a playoff game against the New England Patriots. The other options - Browns At Broncos, Broncos At Raiders, and Jets At Broncos - may have been playoff matchups in the Broncos' history prior to 2005.
6.
In June 2007, the Denver Broncos acquired which defensive tackle from the St. Louis Rams?
Correct Answer
C. Jimmy Kennedy
Explanation
In June 2007, the Denver Broncos acquired Jimmy Kennedy from the St. Louis Rams.
7.
How many bricks were used in the construction of Invesco /Sports Authority Field at Mile High?
Correct Answer
A. 130,000
Explanation
The correct answer is 130,000. This suggests that the construction of Invesco/Sports Authority Field at Mile High required the use of 130,000 bricks.
8.
In 2007, the Denver Broncos signed K. Brandon Pace out of which college?
Correct Answer
D. Virginia Tech
Explanation
The correct answer is Virginia Tech. In 2007, the Denver Broncos signed K. Brandon Pace, and he played college football for Virginia Tech.
9.
Denver Broncos running back Terrell Davis appeared on "Sesame Street" in a skit with which character?
Correct Answer
C. Elmo
Explanation
Terrell Davis appeared on "Sesame Street" in a skit with Elmo.
10.
On whose coaching staff did Mike Shanahan have a spot before joining the Denver Broncos in 1995?
Correct Answer
D. San Francisco 49ers
Explanation
Before joining the Denver Broncos in 1995, Mike Shanahan had a spot on the coaching staff of the San Francisco 49ers.
11.
Denver Broncos assistant coach Jeremy Bates covered which area of the team?
Correct Answer
D. Offense
Explanation
Jeremy Bates, the Denver Broncos assistant coach, covered the offense area of the team. This means that he was responsible for coaching and developing the offensive players, including the quarterback, running backs, wide receivers, and offensive linemen. He would have worked closely with the offensive coordinator to create game plans, develop strategies, and implement plays to maximize the team's scoring potential.
12.
Denver Broncos assistant coach Jacob Burney played pro football for how many teams?
Correct Answer
D. None
Explanation
Jacob Burney played pro football for none teams.
13.
How many head coaches had the Denver Broncos have before Mike Shanahan came on board in 1995?
Correct Answer
C. Ten
Explanation
Before Mike Shanahan came on board in 1995, the Denver Broncos had a total of ten head coaches.
14.
What former Denver Bronco was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1984?
Correct Answer
D. Willie Brown
Explanation
Willie Brown was a former Denver Bronco who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1984.
15.
Which Denver Broncos player formed the REACH Foundation?
Correct Answer
A. Karl Mecklenburg
Explanation
Karl Mecklenburg formed the REACH Foundation.
16.
Which 1965 Denver Bronco spent three seasons with the Calgary Stampeders?
Correct Answer
B. Jerry Sturm
Explanation
Jerry Sturm is the correct answer because he is the only player listed who played for both the Denver Broncos and the Calgary Stampeders. The question asks which player spent three seasons with the Calgary Stampeders, and Jerry Sturm fits this criteria. Jim Perkins, Lionel Taylor, and Mickey Slaughter did not play for the Calgary Stampeders, making them incorrect choices.
17.
Who re-joined the Denver Broncos in October 2007 after spending the 2006 regular season in Atlanta?
Correct Answer
C. P.J. Alexander
Explanation
P.J. Alexander re-joined the Denver Broncos in October 2007 after spending the 2006 regular season in Atlanta.
18.
What right guard started all 16 games for a career first with the Denver Broncos in 2007?
Correct Answer
A. Montrae Holland
Explanation
Montrae Holland is the correct answer because he started all 16 games for the Denver Broncos in 2007. The other options, Ryan Clady, Andre Hall, and Ryan Harris, did not start all 16 games that season.
19.
How many players with the first name "Ryan" were on the 2008 Denver Broncos roster?
Correct Answer
B. Three
Explanation
In 2008, there were three players with the first name "Ryan" on the Denver Broncos roster.
20.
What Denver Bronco led the league in rushing after the first month of the 2007 season?
Correct Answer
C. Travis Henry
Explanation
Travis Henry led the league in rushing after the first month of the 2007 season.
21.
When was Ty Law released by the Broncos?
Correct Answer
D. 24-Feb-10
Explanation
Ty Law was released by the Broncos on 24-Feb-10.