1.
For what team was Mike Tomlin Defensive Coordinator just before going to the Pittsburgh Steelers?
Correct Answer
B. Minnesota Vikings
Explanation
Mike Tomlin was the Defensive Coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings just before joining the Pittsburgh Steelers.
2.
What school did 2007 Steeler draft pick Lawrence Timmons come from?
Correct Answer
D. Florida State
Explanation
Lawrence Timmons, the 2007 Steeler draft pick, came from Florida State. This means that he played college football at Florida State University before being drafted by the Steelers.
3.
What punter did the Pittsburgh Steelers sign to replace an injured Daniel Sepulveda in August 2008?
Correct Answer
C. Mitch Berger
Explanation
The Pittsburgh Steelers signed Mitch Berger to replace the injured Daniel Sepulveda in August 2008.
4.
Which player was selected for the Pro Bowl from the Pittsburgh Steelers after the 2007 season?
Correct Answer
B. Alan Faneca
Explanation
Alan Faneca was selected for the Pro Bowl from the Pittsburgh Steelers after the 2007 season. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.
5.
Which Pittsburgh Steeler caught a touchdown in the playoffs after the 2007 season?
Correct Answer
D. Heath Miller
Explanation
Heath Miller caught a touchdown in the playoffs after the 2007 season.
6.
Who caught the most touchdown passes with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2007 regular season?
Correct Answer
D. Santonio Holmes
Explanation
Santonio Holmes caught the most touchdown passes with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2007 regular season.
7.
In which category did the Pittsburgh Steelers have the best NFL record in the 2007 season?
Correct Answer
B. Yardage Allowed
Explanation
The Pittsburgh Steelers had the best NFL record in the 2007 season in the category of Yardage Allowed. This means that they had the lowest total yards allowed by their defense throughout the season compared to other teams. It indicates that their defense was highly effective in limiting their opponents' offensive production and gaining an advantage in terms of field position.
8.
Which of these teams did the Pittsburgh Steelers shut out in the 2007 season?
Correct Answer
A. Seattle Seahawks
Explanation
In the 2007 season, the Pittsburgh Steelers shut out the Seattle Seahawks.
9.
Who led the 2007 Pittsburgh Steelers in kick-return yardage?
Correct Answer
C. Allen Rossum
Explanation
Allen Rossum led the 2007 Pittsburgh Steelers in kick-return yardage.
10.
Who did the Pittsburgh Steelers sign in August 2008 to be their backup quarterback?
Correct Answer
C. Byron Leftwich
Explanation
In August 2008, the Pittsburgh Steelers signed Byron Leftwich to be their backup quarterback.
11.
Which team beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in Toronto on August 14, 2008?
Correct Answer
B. Buffalo Bills
Explanation
The Buffalo Bills beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in Toronto on August 14, 2008.
12.
Which team beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in the post-season after the 2007 regular season?
Correct Answer
A. Jacksonville Jaguars
Explanation
The Jacksonville Jaguars beat the Pittsburgh Steelers in the post-season after the 2007 regular season.
13.
What team missed the NFL playoffs in 2007 despite owning the same record (10-6) as the Steelers?
Correct Answer
A. Cleveland Browns
Explanation
The Cleveland Browns missed the NFL playoffs in 2007 despite owning the same record (10-6) as the Steelers. This means that both teams had the same number of wins and losses in the regular season. However, the Browns did not make it to the playoffs because tiebreakers are used to determine playoff berths when teams have the same record. In this case, the tiebreaker favored the Steelers over the Browns, resulting in the Browns missing out on the playoffs.
14.
What Pittsburgh Steeler tore his bicep during a 2007 loss to the New England Patriots?
Correct Answer
A. Aaron Smith
Explanation
Aaron Smith tore his bicep during a 2007 loss to the New England Patriots.
15.
At the end of 2007, Aaron Smith was ninth on the Pittsburgh Steelers' all-time sack list with how many?
Correct Answer
A. 36
Explanation
At the end of 2007, Aaron Smith was ranked ninth on the Pittsburgh Steelers' all-time sack list. This means that he had accumulated a total of 36 sacks throughout his career with the team by that time.