1.
Which wide receiver did the Dolphins sign and release before the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
A. Chad Johnson
Explanation
The Dolphins signed and released Chad Johnson before the 2012 season.
2.
Which former Chargers kicker joined the Dolphins in 2012?
Correct Answer
D. Nate Kaeding
Explanation
Nate Kaeding is the correct answer because he joined the Dolphins in 2012.
3.
Who led the Dolphins with 8 combined rushing and receiving touchdowns in 2012?
Correct Answer
C. Reggie Bush
Explanation
Reggie Bush led the Dolphins with 8 combined rushing and receiving touchdowns in 2012. This means that he was the player who scored the most touchdowns through both rushing and receiving for the team during that year.
4.
How many straight games did the Dolphins lose to start the 2011 season?
Correct Answer
C. 7
Explanation
The Dolphins lost 7 straight games to start the 2011 season.
5.
Who served as the Dolphins' interim head coach during the 2011 season?
Correct Answer
A. Todd Bowles
Explanation
Todd Bowles served as the Dolphins' interim head coach during the 2011 season.
6.
Which rival did the Dolphins knock out of the playoffs in the last game of the 2011 season?
Correct Answer
C. New York Jets
Explanation
In the last game of the 2011 season, the Dolphins knocked out the New York Jets from the playoffs.
7.
Which former 49ers head coach served as the Dolphins' defensive coordinator in 2011?
Correct Answer
D. Mike Nolan
Explanation
Mike Nolan is the correct answer because he served as the Dolphins' defensive coordinator in 2011. This means that he was responsible for overseeing the team's defensive strategy and coaching the defensive players during that season. Dennis Erickson, Jim Tomsula, and Mike Singletary did not serve as the Dolphins' defensive coordinator in 2011, making them incorrect choices.
8.
Prior to the 2011 season, the Dolphins traded with which team for Reggie Bush?
Correct Answer
B. New Orleans Saints
Explanation
The correct answer is New Orleans Saints because prior to the 2011 season, the Miami Dolphins traded with the New Orleans Saints for Reggie Bush.
9.
Who led the Dolphins in sacks in 2011 despite starting only 14 games?
Correct Answer
C. Cameron Wake
Explanation
Cameron Wake led the Dolphins in sacks in 2011 despite starting only 14 games because he was a highly skilled and productive player. Although he did not start every game, he was able to make a significant impact on the field and consistently get to the quarterback. Wake's ability to generate sacks showcased his exceptional pass-rushing skills and his importance to the team's defense.
10.
Who became the Dolphins' new offensive coordinator before the 2011 season?
Correct Answer
A. Brian Daboll
Explanation
Brian Daboll became the Dolphins' new offensive coordinator before the 2011 season.
11.
Which Pro Bowl running back was briefly a member of the Dolphins in 2011?
Correct Answer
B. Larry Johnson
Explanation
Larry Johnson was briefly a member of the Dolphins in 2011. He is a Pro Bowl running back who had a successful career with the Kansas City Chiefs before joining the Dolphins. However, his time with the Dolphins was short-lived and he did not have a significant impact during his tenure with the team.
12.
What record did the Dolphins finish with for the 2011 season?
Correct Answer
A. 10-Jun
Explanation
The correct answer is 10-Jun. This suggests that the Dolphins finished the 2011 season with 10 wins and 6 losses. The format of "10-Jun" implies that it is a representation of a record, with the first number representing the number of wins and the second part representing the number of losses.
13.
Which Dolphins player returned an interception for a touchdown in 2011?
Correct Answer
B. Kevin Burnett
Explanation
Kevin Burnett returned an interception for a touchdown in 2011.
14.
John Offerdahl earned a degree in biochemistry from which college?
Correct Answer
C. Western Michigan
Explanation
John Offerdahl earned a degree in biochemistry from Western Michigan University.
15.
In which year did John Offerdahl make his first Pro Bowl?
Correct Answer
D. 1986
Explanation
John Offerdahl made his first Pro Bowl in the year 1986.