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The Ultimate Fan Quiz On NFL - Minnesota Vikings - Quiz

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1.

Which university did the Minnesota Vikings running back Robert Smith attend?
- A.
  
  Ohio State
- B.
  
  Purdue
- C.
  
  Florida A&M
- D.
  
  Fresno State
Correct Answer
A. Ohio State

Explanation
Robert Smith, the former Minnesota Vikings running back, attended Ohio State University.

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2.

Which former Eagles QB turned Viking came back to lead the NFC in QB rating after a brief retirement?
- A.
  
  Warren Moon
- B.
  
  Randall Cunningham
- C.
  
  Daunte Culpepper
- D.
  
  Fran Tarkenton
Correct Answer
B. Randall Cunningham

Explanation
Randall Cunningham is the correct answer because he is the former Eagles QB who turned Viking and came back to lead the NFC in QB rating after a brief retirement. Warren Moon, Daunte Culpepper, and Fran Tarkenton were not former Eagles QBs who turned Vikings and led the NFC in QB rating after a brief retirement.

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3.

Which former head coach for the Minnesota Vikings was also a football star?
- A.
  
  Lenny Dawson
- B.
  
  Bud Grant
- C.
  
  Don Shula
- D.
  
  Bill Parcells
Correct Answer
B. Bud Grant

Explanation
Bud Grant is the correct answer because he was not only a former head coach for the Minnesota Vikings but also a football star. He played as a professional football player before transitioning into coaching. Grant had a successful career as a player and later became one of the most successful coaches in the history of the Vikings, leading them to four Super Bowl appearances.

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4.

What number uniform did the Minnesota Vikings retire for NFL great Jim Marshall?
- A.
  
  44
- B.
  
  99
- C.
  
  12
- D.
  
  70
Correct Answer
D. 70

Explanation
The Minnesota Vikings retired the number 70 in honor of NFL great Jim Marshall.

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5.

What was Fran Tarkenton's last NFL season?
- A.
  
  1966
- B.
  
  1978
- C.
  
  1989
- D.
  
  1988
Correct Answer
B. 1978

Explanation
Fran Tarkenton's last NFL season was in 1978.

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6.

What was Ahmad Rashad's given name?
- A.
  
  Jeff Olinger
- B.
  
  Miles Krumbach
- C.
  
  Dave Johnson
- D.
  
  Bobby Moore
Correct Answer
D. Bobby Moore

Explanation
Ahmad Rashad's given name was Bobby Moore.

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7.

Who were the featured wide receivers of the Minnesota Vikings 2004 football team?
- A.
  
  Randy Moss And Terrel Owens
- B.
  
  Randy Moss And B.J. Henderson
- C.
  
  Randy Moss And Nate Burleson
- D.
  
  Michael Bennet and B.J. Henderson
Correct Answer
C. Randy Moss And Nate Burleson

Explanation
The correct answer is Randy Moss And Nate Burleson. In 2004, Randy Moss and Nate Burleson were the featured wide receivers of the Minnesota Vikings football team.

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8.

Who did the Minnesota Vikings beat in the 2004 wild card playoff game?
- A.
  
  Tampa Bay
- B.
  
  NY Giants
- C.
  
  Green Bay
- D.
  
  St. Louis
Correct Answer
C. Green Bay

Explanation
In the 2004 wild card playoff game, the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Green Bay Packers.

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9.

How many touchdowns and interceptions did Daunte Culpepper throw for in the 2004 NFL regular season?
- A.
  
  39 Touchdowns And 11 Interceptions
- B.
  
  15 Touchdowns And 10 Interceptions
- C.
  
  6 Touchdowns And 4 Interceptions
- D.
  
  22 Touchdowns And 15 Interceptions
Correct Answer
A. 39 Touchdowns And 11 Interceptions

Explanation
In the 2004 NFL regular season, Daunte Culpepper threw for 39 touchdowns and 11 interceptions.

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10.

Which Vikings player won Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1998?
- A.
  
  Robert Smith
- B.
  
  Randy Moss
- C.
  
  Daunte Culpepper
- D.
  
  Cris Carter
Correct Answer
B. Randy Moss

Explanation
Randy Moss won Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1998 because of his exceptional performance during his rookie season with the Minnesota Vikings. Moss had an immediate impact, recording 69 receptions for 1,313 yards and 17 touchdowns. His speed, agility, and ability to make spectacular catches made him a dominant force on the field. Moss played a crucial role in the Vikings' success that season, helping them to reach the playoffs. His outstanding performance and impact as a rookie made him a deserving recipient of the Offensive Rookie of the Year award.

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11.

In 2005, how many years had the Minnesota Vikings been playing at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome?
- A.
  
  23
- B.
  
  5
- C.
  
  13
- D.
  
  35
Correct Answer
A. 23

Explanation
The Minnesota Vikings had been playing at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome for 23 years in 2005.

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12.

The Vikings started with which new quarterback in 2000?
- A.
  
  Jeff George
- B.
  
  Daunte Culpepper
- C.
  
  Randall Cunningham
- D.
  
  Erasmus James
Correct Answer
B. Daunte Culpepper

Explanation
In 2000, the Vikings started with Daunte Culpepper as their new quarterback. This indicates that the team made a decision to replace their previous quarterback with Culpepper for the starting position. It suggests that Culpepper was chosen based on his skills, potential, or performance during training or previous games.

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13.

Which Viking rushed 1,521 yards in 2000 then suddenly retired after a knee injury in the playoffs?
- A.
  
  Chuck Foreman
- B.
  
  Robert Smith
- C.
  
  Hugh McElhenny
- D.
  
  Onterrio Smith
Correct Answer
B. Robert Smith

Explanation
Robert Smith rushed 1,521 yards in 2000 and then abruptly retired after a knee injury in the playoffs. This suggests that the knee injury was severe enough to force him to end his football career.

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14.

Which Vikings coach was fired prior to the final game of the 2001 season?
- A.
  
  Dennis Green
- B.
  
  Mike Tice
- C.
  
  Jerry Burns
- D.
  
  Bud Grant
Correct Answer
A. Dennis Green

Explanation
Dennis Green was fired prior to the final game of the 2001 season. This implies that he was no longer the coach of the Vikings when the season concluded.

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The Ultimate Fan Quiz On NFL - Minnesota Vikings

Which university did the Minnesota Vikings running back Robert Smith attend?

Which former Eagles QB turned Viking came back to lead the NFC in QB rating after a brief retirement?

Which former head coach for the Minnesota Vikings was also a football star?

What number uniform did the Minnesota Vikings retire for NFL great Jim Marshall?

What was Fran Tarkenton's last NFL season?

What was Ahmad Rashad's given name?

Who were the featured wide receivers of the Minnesota Vikings 2004 football team?

Who did the Minnesota Vikings beat in the 2004 wild card playoff game?

How many touchdowns and interceptions did Daunte Culpepper throw for in the 2004 NFL regular season?

Which Vikings player won Offensive Rookie of the Year in 1998?

In 2005, how many years had the Minnesota Vikings been playing at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome?

The Vikings started with which new quarterback in 2000?

Which Viking rushed 1,521 yards in 2000 then suddenly retired after a knee injury in the playoffs?

Which Vikings coach was fired prior to the final game of the 2001 season?