1.
Which team picked San Jose State's Dwight Lowery in the fourth round of the 2008 NFL Draft?
Correct Answer
B. New York Jets
Explanation
The New York Jets picked San Jose State's Dwight Lowery in the fourth round of the 2008 NFL Draft.
2.
Which player was selected to play in the 2009 Shrine Game for San Jose State?
Correct Answer
A. Jarron Gilbert
Explanation
Jarron Gilbert was selected to play in the 2009 Shrine Game for San Jose State.
3.
Which San Jose State player was the WAC's 2008 defensive MVP and led the team with 9.5 sacks?
Correct Answer
B. Jarron Gilbert
Explanation
Jarron Gilbert is the correct answer because he was the San Jose State player who won the WAC's 2008 defensive MVP award and also led the team with 9.5 sacks.
4.
Who led the San Jose State Spartans with five interceptions in the 2008 season?
Correct Answer
C. Duke Ihenacho
Explanation
Duke Ihenacho led the San Jose State Spartans with five interceptions in the 2008 season.
5.
How many combined touchdowns did San Jose State quarterback Kyle Reed have in 2008?
Correct Answer
A. Thirteen
Explanation
In 2008, San Jose State quarterback Kyle Reed had a total of thirteen combined touchdowns.
6.
How many turnovers did San Jose State cause in its 2008 WAC opener versus Hawaii?
Correct Answer
C. Six
Explanation
In the 2008 WAC opener versus Hawaii, San Jose State caused six turnovers.
7.
In which category did Duke Ihenacho lead San Jose State with five in 2008?
Correct Answer
D. Interceptions
Explanation
Duke Ihenacho led San Jose State in 2008 with five interceptions. This means that he was able to catch or intercept the opposing team's passes five times during that season. It is likely that he demonstrated exceptional skill and awareness in reading the opposing team's plays and positioning himself to make these interceptions.
8.
Who was San Jose State's leading kickoff returner in 2008 with 748 yards?
Correct Answer
C. Brandon Rutley
Explanation
In 2008, Brandon Rutley was the leading kickoff returner for San Jose State with 748 yards.
9.
Who combined for 1,165 all-purpose yards to lead San Jose State in 2008?
Correct Answer
C. Brandon Rutley
Explanation
Brandon Rutley combined for 1,165 all-purpose yards to lead San Jose State in 2008.
10.
What conference was the San Jose State football team a part of in 2007?
Correct Answer
B. WAC
Explanation
In 2007, the San Jose State football team was a part of the Western Athletic Conference (WAC).
11.
What position did San Jose State's Jacob French play in 2007?
Correct Answer
B. Tailback
Explanation
Jacob French played the position of Tailback in 2007 for San Jose State.
12.
Who played quarterback for San Jose State in 2007 and recorded 3,022 yards?
Correct Answer
C. Adam Tafralis
Explanation
Adam Tafralis played quarterback for San Jose State in 2007 and recorded 3,022 yards.
13.
Kevin Jurovich recorded 1,183 yards playing what position for San Jose State in 2007?
Correct Answer
A. Wide Receiver
Explanation
In 2007, Kevin Jurovich recorded 1,183 yards playing for San Jose State. This indicates that he was involved in the passing game, as yards are typically recorded by receivers who catch passes. The position that is primarily responsible for catching passes is the Wide Receiver position. Therefore, the correct answer is Wide Receiver.
14.
With an overall record of 5-7 in 2007, who was San Jose State's head football coach?
Correct Answer
D. Dick Tomey
Explanation
In 2007, San Jose State's head football coach was Dick Tomey. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question, which states that the team had an overall record of 5-7 in that year. Since the question is asking for the head coach during that specific year, the correct answer is Dick Tomey.
15.
What was the annual football game between San Jose State and Stanford called from 2007?
Correct Answer
D. Bill Walsh Legacy Game
Explanation
The annual football game between San Jose State and Stanford from 2007 was called the Bill Walsh Legacy Game.
16.
What nickname did fans give the San Jose State and Fresno State football rivalry game?
Correct Answer
C. Battle Of The 152
Explanation
The correct answer is Battle Of The 152. The nickname "Battle Of The 152" refers to the rivalry game between San Jose State and Fresno State football teams. The number 152 represents the California State Route 152, which connects the two cities. This nickname highlights the intense competition and geographical significance of the game.
17.
San Jose State's James Jones was drafted 78th overall by which NFL team in 2007?
Correct Answer
A. Green Bay Packers
Explanation
James Jones, a player from San Jose State, was drafted 78th overall in the 2007 NFL draft. The team that selected him was the Green Bay Packers.
18.
When was San Jose State's John Broussard drafted in the seventh round by the Jacksonville Jaguars?
Correct Answer
B. 2007
Explanation
John Broussard was drafted in the seventh round by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2007.