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1.

The first Denver loss of the 1997 season came at the hands of which opponent?
- A.
  
  Miami Dolphins
- B.
  
  Oakland Raiders
- C.
  
  Pittsburgh Steelers
- D.
  
  New York Giants
Correct Answer
B. Oakland Raiders

Explanation
In the 1997 season, the Denver Broncos suffered their first loss at the hands of the Oakland Raiders. This implies that Denver had been undefeated until that game, but the Raiders managed to defeat them.

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2.

Who was Denver's leading rusher in the 1999 season?
- A.
  
  Olandis Gary
- B.
  
  Terrell Davis
- C.
  
  Mike Anderson
- D.
  
  Vaughn Hebron
Correct Answer
A. Olandis Gary

Explanation
Olandis Gary was Denver's leading rusher in the 1999 season. This can be inferred from the fact that he is listed as one of the options for the answer.

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3.

How did the Buffalo Bills score their only touchdown to defeat the Denver Broncos in the 1991 AFC Championship Game?
- A.
  
  Interception Return
- B.
  
  Hail Mary Pass At End Of First Half
- C.
  
  Fumble Return
- D.
  
  Kickoff Return
Correct Answer
A. Interception Return

Explanation
The Buffalo Bills scored their only touchdown to defeat the Denver Broncos in the 1991 AFC Championship Game through an interception return. This means that a player from the Buffalo Bills intercepted a pass thrown by a Denver Broncos player and returned it for a touchdown.

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4.

What quarterback filled in for most of the playing time while John Elway was injured for four and a half games in 1992?
- A.
  
  Hugh Millen
- B.
  
  Tommy Maddox
- C.
  
  Gary Kubiak
- D.
  
  Bill Musgrave
Correct Answer
B. Tommy Maddox

Explanation
Tommy Maddox is the correct answer because he filled in for most of the playing time while John Elway was injured for four and a half games in 1992.

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5.

What team mauled the Broncos on "Monday Night Football" on Halloween 1988?
- A.
  
  New Orleans Saints
- B.
  
  Indianapolis Colts
- C.
  
  Seattle Seahawks
- D.
  
  Houston Oilers
Correct Answer
B. Indianapolis Colts

Explanation
The Indianapolis Colts mauled the Broncos on "Monday Night Football" on Halloween 1988.

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6.

While John Elway was on the team, what season did Denver finish with its worst record?
- A.
  
  1990
- B.
  
  1985
- C.
  
  1994
- D.
  
  1995
Correct Answer
A. 1990

Explanation
During the 1990 season, Denver finished with its worst record.

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7.

What team knocked Denver out of the playoffs in the 1993 Wildcard Round?
- A.
  
  Buffalo Bills
- B.
  
  Cleveland Browns
- C.
  
  Los Angeles Raiders
- D.
  
  Kansas City Chiefs
Correct Answer
C. Los Angeles Raiders

Explanation
In the 1993 Wildcard Round of the playoffs, the team that knocked Denver out was the Los Angeles Raiders.

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8.

Of these defensive backs who've worn the Orange & Blue, which was not a first-round draft pick of the Denver Broncos?
- A.
  
  Steve Atwater
- B.
  
  Willie Middlebrooks
- C.
  
  Domonique Foxworth
- D.
  
  Deltha O'Neal
Correct Answer
C. Domonique Foxworth

Explanation
Domonique Foxworth is the correct answer because he was not a first-round draft pick of the Denver Broncos. Steve Atwater was selected in the first round of the 1989 NFL Draft, Willie Middlebrooks was a first-round pick in 2001, and Deltha O'Neal was also a first-round pick in 2000. However, Domonique Foxworth was selected in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos.

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9.

Against what team did Shannon Sharpe make his infamous call to the National Guard on the sidelines in front of the television cameras?
- A.
  
  Oakland Raiders
- B.
  
  New York Jets
- C.
  
  Baltimore Ravens
- D.
  
  New England Patriots
Correct Answer
D. New England Patriots

Explanation
Shannon Sharpe made his infamous call to the National Guard on the sidelines in front of the television cameras during a game against the New England Patriots.

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10.

When the Broncos' new uniforms first came out in 1997, what was changed before the regular season began?
- A.
  
  The Addition Of The Orange Stripe On The Side
- B.
  
  The Style Of The Numbers
- C.
  
  The Color Of The Facemask
- D.
  
  The Color Of The Home Pants
Correct Answer
D. The Color Of The Home Pants

Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer is that before the regular season began, the change made to the Broncos' new uniforms in 1997 was the color of the home pants.

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11.

Which team did the Denver Broncos not face during the 1989 post-season?
- A.
  
  Buffalo Bills
- B.
  
  Pittsburgh Steelers
- C.
  
  Cleveland Browns
- D.
  
  San Francisco 49ers
Correct Answer
A. Buffalo Bills

Explanation
The Denver Broncos did not face the Buffalo Bills during the 1989 post-season.

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12.

In 1998, the Broncos ranked first in the NFL in what offensive category?
- A.
  
  Total Points Scored
- B.
  
  Total Yardage
- C.
  
  Total Passing Yards
- D.
  
  Total Rushing Touchdowns
Correct Answer
D. Total Rushing Touchdowns

Explanation
In 1998, the Broncos ranked first in the NFL in Total Rushing Touchdowns. This means that they scored the most touchdowns by running the ball into the end zone. This statistic shows the team's strength in their rushing game and their ability to effectively execute running plays to score touchdowns.

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13.

In 1999, what was the AFC-leading average of yards per punt of Denver Broncos punter Tom Rouen?
- A.
  
  44.9
- B.
  
  43.5
- C.
  
  48.2
- D.
  
  46.5
Correct Answer
D. 46.5

Explanation
In 1999, the AFC-leading average of yards per punt of Denver Broncos punter Tom Rouen was 46.5.

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14.

In 1999 what rookie led the Broncos in kickoff return yardage?
- A.
  
  Travis McGriff
- B.
  
  Anthony Lynn
- C.
  
  Chris Doering
- D.
  
  Chris Watson
Correct Answer
D. Chris Watson

Explanation
Chris Watson is the correct answer because he was a rookie in 1999 and led the Broncos in kickoff return yardage. This suggests that he was the most effective player in returning kickoffs for the team during that season.

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15.

What percent of passes did quarterback Brian Griese complete for the 2000 Denver Broncos?
- A.
  
  59.20%
- B.
  
  55.90%
- C.
  
  64.30%
- D.
  
  61.80%
Correct Answer
C. 64.30%

Explanation
In the 2000 season, quarterback Brian Griese completed 64.30% of his passes for the Denver Broncos. This means that out of all the passes he attempted, 64.30% were successful and reached their intended target. Griese's completion percentage indicates his accuracy and effectiveness in delivering successful passes during that season.

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The Ultimate Fan Quiz On NFL - Denver Broncos

The first Denver loss of the 1997 season came at the hands of which opponent?

Who was Denver's leading rusher in the 1999 season?

How did the Buffalo Bills score their only touchdown to defeat the Denver Broncos in the 1991 AFC Championship Game?

What quarterback filled in for most of the playing time while John Elway was injured for four and a half games in 1992?

What team mauled the Broncos on "Monday Night Football" on Halloween 1988?

While John Elway was on the team, what season did Denver finish with its worst record?

What team knocked Denver out of the playoffs in the 1993 Wildcard Round?

Of these defensive backs who've worn the Orange & Blue, which was not a first-round draft pick of the Denver Broncos?

Against what team did Shannon Sharpe make his infamous call to the National Guard on the sidelines in front of the television cameras?

When the Broncos' new uniforms first came out in 1997, what was changed before the regular season began?

Which team did the Denver Broncos not face during the 1989 post-season?

In 1998, the Broncos ranked first in the NFL in what offensive category?

In 1999, what was the AFC-leading average of yards per punt of Denver Broncos punter Tom Rouen?

In 1999 what rookie led the Broncos in kickoff return yardage?

What percent of passes did quarterback Brian Griese complete for the 2000 Denver Broncos?