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1.

Phil Simms was drafted by the Giants after a standout career at what university?
- A.
  
  Morehead State
- B.
  
  Arizona State
- C.
  
  USC
- D.
  
  Penn State
Correct Answer
A. Morehead State

Explanation
Phil Simms was drafted by the Giants after a standout career at Morehead State. Morehead State University is a small public university located in Kentucky. Although it is not as well-known as some other universities on the list, Simms had an impressive college career there, which caught the attention of the Giants and led to his draft selection.

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2.

Which son of Phil Simms played in the NFL?
- A.
  
  Paul Simms
- B.
  
  Chris Simms
- C.
  
  Ian Simms
- D.
  
  Reed Simms
Correct Answer
B. Chris Simms

Explanation
Chris Simms is the correct answer because he is the only son of Phil Simms who played in the NFL. Phil Simms is a former NFL quarterback who played for the New York Giants, and his son Chris followed in his footsteps, playing as a quarterback for various teams including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Denver Broncos. Chris Simms had a professional football career, making him the correct choice among the given options.

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3.

Phil Simms was part of the broadcast team for which video game?
- A.
  
  All-Star Football 2013
- B.
  
  NFL Blitz 13
- C.
  
  Madden NFL 13
- D.
  
  NFL Street 13
Correct Answer
C. Madden NFL 13

Explanation
Phil Simms was part of the broadcast team for the video game Madden NFL 13.

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4.

In 1985 Phil Simms became one of the first quarterbacks to throw for how many yards in a game?
- A.
  
  500
- B.
  
  300
- C.
  
  200
- D.
  
  400
Correct Answer
A. 500

Explanation
In 1985, Phil Simms became one of the first quarterbacks to throw for 500 yards in a game. This means that during a single game, Simms successfully completed passes that accumulated a total of 500 yards. This achievement was significant because it demonstrated Simms' exceptional skill and ability as a quarterback, as well as his ability to lead his team to a high-scoring victory.

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5.

In Super Bowl XXI, Phil Simms completed a long flea flicker pass to which player?
- A.
  
  Mark Bavaro
- B.
  
  Stacy Robinson
- C.
  
  Phil McConkey
- D.
  
  Bobby Johnson
Correct Answer
C. pHil McConkey

Explanation
Phil Simms completed a long flea flicker pass to Phil McConkey in Super Bowl XXI.

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6.

Which team did Mark Bavaro join after leaving the Giants?
- A.
  
  Baltimore Ravens
- B.
  
  Pittsburgh Steelers
- C.
  
  Cincinnati Bengals
- D.
  
  Cleveland Browns
Correct Answer
D. Cleveland Browns

Explanation
After leaving the Giants, Mark Bavaro joined the Cleveland Browns.

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7.

Mark Bavaro was cut by the Giants in 1991 after undergoing surgery on what body part?
- A.
  
  Shoulder
- B.
  
  Hip
- C.
  
  Back
- D.
  
  Knee
Correct Answer
D. Knee

Explanation
Mark Bavaro was cut by the Giants in 1991 after undergoing surgery on his knee. This suggests that the injury to his knee was severe enough to prevent him from continuing his career with the team. The decision to cut him implies that the Giants did not believe he would be able to fully recover from the surgery and perform at the level required for the team.

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8.

Mark Bavaro played has last NFL season with which team?
- A.
  
  Oakland Raiders
- B.
  
  Tennessee Titans
- C.
  
  San Diego Chargers
- D.
  
  Philadelphia Eagles
Correct Answer
D. pHiladelpHia Eagles

Explanation
Mark Bavaro played his last NFL season with the Philadelphia Eagles.

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9.

Mark Bavaro broke which player's Giants record for most receptions by a tight end in a season?
- A.
  
  Carl Banks
- B.
  
  Herb Welch
- C.
  
  Bob Tucker
- D.
  
  Eric Dorsey
Correct Answer
C. Bob Tucker

Explanation
Mark Bavaro broke Bob Tucker's Giants record for most receptions by a tight end in a season.

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10.

Mark Bavaro played six weeks with what injury in 1986?
- A.
  
  Herniated Disk
- B.
  
  Broken Jaw
- C.
  
  Broken Hand
- D.
  
  Dislocated Shoulder
Correct Answer
B. Broken Jaw

Explanation
In 1986, Mark Bavaro played six weeks with a broken jaw. This injury would have been extremely painful and could have affected his ability to eat and speak. Despite the injury, Bavaro showed great determination and toughness by continuing to play and contribute to his team.

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11.

Mark Bavaro started at tight end during his rookie year because of an injury to which Giants tight end?
- A.
  
  Everson Walls
- B.
  
  Zeke Mowatt
- C.
  
  Maurice Carthon
- D.
  
  Larry McGrew
Correct Answer
B. Zeke Mowatt

Explanation
Mark Bavaro started at tight end during his rookie year because of an injury to Zeke Mowatt.

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12.

Joe Morris set the all-time rushing record at what university?
- A.
  
  Temple
- B.
  
  Syracuse
- C.
  
  New Mexico
- D.
  
  Minnesota
Correct Answer
B. Syracuse

Explanation
Joe Morris set the all-time rushing record at Syracuse University.

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13.

Joe Morris retired from the NFL with how many career rushing yards?
- A.
  
  3383
- B.
  
  5585
- C.
  
  4484
- D.
  
  2282
Correct Answer
B. 5585

Explanation
Joe Morris retired from the NFL with 5585 career rushing yards. This means that throughout his career, he accumulated a total of 5585 yards by running with the football. This statistic is a measure of his effectiveness and success as a running back in the NFL.

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14.

Joe Morris was a co-owner of what Arena Football team?
- A.
  
  Connecticut Yellow Dogs
- B.
  
  Maryland Green Dogs
- C.
  
  New York Blue Dogs
- D.
  
  New Jersey Red Dogs
Correct Answer
D. New Jersey Red Dogs

Explanation
Joe Morris was a co-owner of the New Jersey Red Dogs Arena Football team.

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15.

1986 was the only season in which Joe Morris achieved how many rushing yards?
- A.
  
  2000
- B.
  
  1000
- C.
  
  1500
- D.
  
  500
Correct Answer
C. 1500

Explanation
In the 1986 season, Joe Morris achieved 1500 rushing yards. This means that throughout the entire season, he accumulated a total of 1500 yards by running with the football. This was a significant achievement for Morris, as it was the only season in which he reached this specific milestone.

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Quiz For NFL - New York Giants

Phil Simms was drafted by the Giants after a standout career at what university?

Which son of Phil Simms played in the NFL?

Phil Simms was part of the broadcast team for which video game?

In 1985 Phil Simms became one of the first quarterbacks to throw for how many yards in a game?

In Super Bowl XXI, Phil Simms completed a long flea flicker pass to which player?

Which team did Mark Bavaro join after leaving the Giants?

Mark Bavaro was cut by the Giants in 1991 after undergoing surgery on what body part?

Mark Bavaro played has last NFL season with which team?

Mark Bavaro broke which player's Giants record for most receptions by a tight end in a season?

Mark Bavaro played six weeks with what injury in 1986?

Mark Bavaro started at tight end during his rookie year because of an injury to which Giants tight end?

Joe Morris set the all-time rushing record at what university?

Joe Morris retired from the NFL with how many career rushing yards?

Joe Morris was a co-owner of what Arena Football team?

1986 was the only season in which Joe Morris achieved how many rushing yards?