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Do You Know NFL - Denver Broncos? - Quiz

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1.

Reuben Droughns asked to be traded from the Denver Broncos to pursue which position with another team?
- A.
  
  #1 Tailback
- B.
  
  Tight End
- C.
  
  Quarterback
- D.
  
  Defensive Lineman
Correct Answer
A. #1 Tailback

Explanation
Reuben Droughns asked to be traded from the Denver Broncos to pursue the position of a tailback with another team. This suggests that he wanted to play as a running back for a different team, indicating his desire to have more opportunities to carry the ball and showcase his skills in the backfield.

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2.

Which year marked the 50th season for the Denver Broncos?
- A.
  
  2007
- B.
  
  2009
- C.
  
  2015
- D.
  
  2020
Correct Answer
B. 2009

Explanation
In 2009, the Denver Broncos celebrated their 50th season. This means that the team was established in 1959, and 2009 marked the milestone of completing 50 seasons in the NFL.

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3.

The Denver Broncos recruited Jay Cutler from which school?
- A.
  
  Vanderbilt
- B.
  
  Michigan State University
- C.
  
  Notre Dame
- D.
  
  Boston College
Correct Answer
A. Vanderbilt

Explanation
Jay Cutler was recruited by the Denver Broncos from Vanderbilt University.

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4.

Who started as quarterback for the Broncos after two straight losses under Jake Plummer in 2006?
- A.
  
  Brandon Pace
- B.
  
  Jay Cutler
- C.
  
  John Elway
- D.
  
  Brandon Flowers
Correct Answer
B. Jay Cutler

Explanation
Jay Cutler started as quarterback for the Broncos after two straight losses under Jake Plummer in 2006. This means that Cutler took over the position of quarterback for the team after Plummer's poor performance.

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5.

Of Jason Elam's first 15 pro football years, how many were played with the Denver Broncos?
- A.
  
  14
- B.
  
  15
- C.
  
  12
- D.
  
  Eight
Correct Answer
B. 15
6.

Which Denver Broncos player earned his 300th career field goal in 2004?
- A.
  
  John Elway
- B.
  
  Morten Anderson
- C.
  
  Jason Elam
- D.
  
  Bubby Brister
Correct Answer
C. Jason Elam

Explanation
Jason Elam is the correct answer because he was a player for the Denver Broncos and he achieved his 300th career field goal in 2004.

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7.

Who received the Denver Broncos 2005 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award?
- A.
  
  John Lynch
- B.
  
  Chris Henry
- C.
  
  Jason Elam
- D.
  
  Jay Cutler
Correct Answer
A. John Lynch

Explanation
John Lynch received the Denver Broncos 2005 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.

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8.

Which Denver Bronco started a foundation for young people "to become effective community leaders"?
- A.
  
  John Lynch
- B.
  
  Jay Cutler
- C.
  
  Brandon Flowers
- D.
  
  John Elway
Correct Answer
A. John Lynch

Explanation
John Lynch is the correct answer because he started a foundation for young people to become effective community leaders. This foundation aims to provide support and resources to help young individuals develop leadership skills and make a positive impact in their communities.

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9.

Who set a Denver Broncos rushing record with 7,607 yards before retiring in 2002?
- A.
  
  John Elway
- B.
  
  Jay Cutler
- C.
  
  Terrell Davis
- D.
  
  Randall McDaniel
Correct Answer
C. Terrell Davis

Explanation
Terrell Davis is the correct answer because he set a Denver Broncos rushing record with 7,607 yards before retiring in 2002.

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10.

Which nickname was given to the military-style salute Denver Bronco Terrell Davis gave after a touchdown?
- A.
  
  Mile High Salute
- B.
  
  TD Touchdown
- C.
  
  Bronco Bow
- D.
  
  Drop And Give Me 20
Correct Answer
A. Mile High Salute

Explanation
Terrell Davis, a player for the Denver Broncos, was known for his military-style salute after scoring a touchdown. This salute became known as the "Mile High Salute" due to the team's location in Denver, which is often referred to as the "Mile High City" because of its elevation. The nickname "Mile High Salute" accurately describes the gesture performed by Davis and is the correct answer to the question.

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11.

Which number did the Denver Broncos retire for player Floyd Little?
- A.
  
  5
- B.
  
  44
- C.
  
  31
- D.
  
  10
Correct Answer
B. 44

Explanation
The Denver Broncos retired the number 44 in honor of player Floyd Little.

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12.

Which Denver Bronco was voted 1972 Running Back of the Year by the Pro Football Writers of America?
- A.
  
  Floyd Little
- B.
  
  Warren Brown
- C.
  
  Jay Cutler
- D.
  
  Frank Tripucka
Correct Answer
A. Floyd Little

Explanation
Floyd Little was voted the 1972 Running Back of the Year by the Pro Football Writers of America. This indicates that he was recognized as the top running back in the league for that year.

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13.

Which Denver Broncos defense included Randy Gradishar, Tom Jackson, Lyle Alzado and Rubin Carter?
- A.
  
  70 Slaughter
- B.
  
  Orange Crush
- C.
  
  Mile High Madness
- D.
  
  Bucking Broncos
Correct Answer
B. Orange Crush

Explanation
The correct answer is Orange Crush. The Denver Broncos defense that included Randy Gradishar, Tom Jackson, Lyle Alzado, and Rubin Carter was famously known as the Orange Crush defense. This nickname was given to them due to their aggressive and dominant style of play, which often resulted in crushing their opponents.

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14.

Who was the second Denver Bronco to ever be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame?
- A.
  
  John Elway
- B.
  
  Gary Zimmerman
- C.
  
  Keary Colbert
- D.
  
  Brandon Mitchell
Correct Answer
B. Gary Zimmerman

Explanation
Gary Zimmerman was the second Denver Bronco to ever be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame. This indicates that there was another player from the Denver Broncos who was inducted before him. John Elway, Keary Colbert, and Brandon Mitchell are not relevant to the question as they were not the second Denver Bronco to be inducted.

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15.

What Denver Bronco suffered a torn right Achilles' tendon in the 2007 pre-season?
- A.
  
  Boss Bailey
- B.
  
  Ebenezer Ekuban
- C.
  
  Nic Clemons
- D.
  
  P.J. Alexander
Correct Answer
B. Ebenezer Ekuban

Explanation
Ebenezer Ekuban suffered a torn right Achilles' tendon in the 2007 pre-season.

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Do You Know NFL - Denver Broncos?

Reuben Droughns asked to be traded from the Denver Broncos to pursue which position with another team?

Which year marked the 50th season for the Denver Broncos?

The Denver Broncos recruited Jay Cutler from which school?

Who started as quarterback for the Broncos after two straight losses under Jake Plummer in 2006?

Of Jason Elam's first 15 pro football years, how many were played with the Denver Broncos?

Which Denver Broncos player earned his 300th career field goal in 2004?

Who received the Denver Broncos 2005 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award?

Which Denver Bronco started a foundation for young people "to become effective community leaders"?

Who set a Denver Broncos rushing record with 7,607 yards before retiring in 2002?

Which nickname was given to the military-style salute Denver Bronco Terrell Davis gave after a touchdown?

Which number did the Denver Broncos retire for player Floyd Little?

Which Denver Bronco was voted 1972 Running Back of the Year by the Pro Football Writers of America?

Which Denver Broncos defense included Randy Gradishar, Tom Jackson, Lyle Alzado and Rubin Carter?

Who was the second Denver Bronco to ever be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame?

What Denver Bronco suffered a torn right Achilles' tendon in the 2007 pre-season?