1.
What does "BCS" stand for
Correct Answer
A. Bowl Championship Series
Explanation
BCS stands for Bowl Championship Series. This term refers to a selection system that was used in college football to determine the national champion from 1998 to 2013. The BCS consisted of a series of bowl games, including the Rose Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl, and Orange Bowl, among others. The teams participating in these bowls were selected based on a combination of polls, computer rankings, and other factors. The BCS was eventually replaced by the College Football Playoff system in 2014.
2.
Who played in the first game where a Division 1 Playoff Subdivision team upset a top 25 ranked team?
Correct Answer
C. Appalacian State vs. Michigan
Explanation
Appalacian State vs. Michigan is the correct answer because it was the first game where a Division 1 Playoff Subdivision team (Appalacian State) upset a top 25 ranked team (Michigan). This game took place on September 1, 2007, and Appalacian State, an FCS team, defeated Michigan, a top-ranked FBS team, with a final score of 34-32. This historic upset shocked the college football world and is often considered one of the greatest upsets in the sport's history.
3.
What team has a chance to become the first undefeated team ever?
Correct Answer
B. The New England Patriots
Explanation
The New England Patriots have a chance to become the first undefeated team ever because they had a perfect regular season in 2007, winning all 16 games. They also went on to win two playoff games before losing in the Super Bowl, but their regular season performance was still historic.
4.
How many teams are in the NFL?
Correct Answer
A. 32
Explanation
There are 32 teams in the NFL.
5.
How many teams play a BCS bowl game in college football?
Correct Answer
A. 10
Explanation
There are 10 teams that play in a BCS (Bowl Championship Series) bowl game in college football. The BCS bowl games are a series of post-season games that determine the national champion in college football. These games feature top-ranked teams from various conferences, including the Big Ten, SEC, ACC, and more. The 10 teams selected for the BCS bowl games are typically the highest-ranked teams in the country, based on a combination of polls and computer rankings. These games are highly anticipated and showcase some of the best college football talent in the country.
6.
Which conference has the most teams elligable to play in the BCS (without the two teams a conference rule)?
Correct Answer
D. The SEC
Explanation
The SEC has the most teams eligible to play in the BCS, without considering the two teams per conference rule. This means that the SEC has a higher number of teams that meet the criteria for participating in the BCS compared to the other conferences listed (Big Ten, PAC 10, and Big 12).
7.
How many teams are in the Big Ten
Correct Answer
A. 11
Explanation
There are 11 teams in the Big Ten.
8.
Which of these players DO NOT hold a season record?
Correct Answer
C. Brett Favre
Explanation
The question asks which player does not hold a season record. Peyton Manning holds the record for the most passing touchdowns in a season, with 55. Ladainian Tomlinson holds the record for the most rushing touchdowns in a season, with 28. Dan Marino holds the record for the most passing yards in a season, with 5,084. However, Brett Favre does not hold a season record.
9.
What team has the most Super Bowls this decade (do not write "The" or the location of the city)
Correct Answer(s)
A. Patriots
B. Pats
Explanation
The team with the most Super Bowls this decade is the Patriots, also known as the Pats.
10.
How many games did Appalacian State lose (not counting their championship game) this year?
Correct Answer
E. Two, but none to Michigan
Explanation
Appalacian State lost two games this year, but none of them were against Michigan. This means that they were able to defeat Michigan in their matchup.
11.
What is the only Division 1 Bowl Subdivision team to go undefeated? (Only include the shool name (no "The" or the nickname)).
Correct Answer
A. Hawaii
Explanation
Hawaii is the correct answer because they are the only Division 1 Bowl Subdivision team to have gone undefeated. This means that they did not lose a single game throughout their season.
12.
How many times has Lloyd Carr won against Ohio State in the last 7 years?
Correct Answer
A. 1
Explanation
Lloyd Carr has won against Ohio State only once in the last 7 years.
13.
What is the biggest NFL rivalry
Correct Answer
A. Washington vs. Dallas
Explanation
The biggest NFL rivalry is between Washington and Dallas. These two teams have a long and storied history of intense competition and passionate fan bases. The rivalry dates back to the 1960s and has continued to be a fierce battle on the field. The games between these two teams are highly anticipated and often have playoff implications. The rivalry is fueled by the fact that both teams are in the same division, the NFC East, and compete twice a year. The matchups between Washington and Dallas are always intense and highly watched by fans across the league.
14.
What team is the best in college football
Correct Answer
C. Ohio State
Explanation
Florida is aweful (and they beat us), Michigan lost to Appalacian State, and Notre Dame (well, you've gotta be blind and deaf to think they're good).