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  • 1. 

    What former Wyoming tight end was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008?

    • A.

      Jay Novacek

    • B.

      Julian Hooker

    • C.

      Wade Betschart

    • D.

      John Wadkowski

    Correct Answer
    A. Jay Novacek
    Explanation
    Jay Novacek was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008.

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  • 2. 

    Dave Christensen was what team's offensive coordinator before becoming Wyoming coach after 2008?

    • A.

      USC Trojans'

    • B.

      Missouri Tigers'

    • C.

      Chicago Bears'

    • D.

      Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets'

    Correct Answer
    B. Missouri Tigers'
    Explanation
    Dave Christensen was the offensive coordinator for the Missouri Tigers before becoming the head coach of the Wyoming team in 2008.

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  • 3. 

    What SEC team did Wyoming upset 13-7 in the 2008 college football season?

    • A.

      LSU Tigers

    • B.

      Georgia Bulldogs

    • C.

      Tennessee Volunteers

    • D.

      Florida Gators

    Correct Answer
    C. Tennessee Volunteers
    Explanation
    In the 2008 college football season, Wyoming upset the Tennessee Volunteers with a score of 13-7. This means that Wyoming, a team not from the SEC, was able to defeat Tennessee, an SEC team.

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  • 4. 

    What was the only Mountain West team that Wyoming beat in 2008, a 35-10 victory?

    • A.

      Utah Utes

    • B.

      Bowling Green Falcons

    • C.

      North Dakota State Bison

    • D.

      San Diego State Aztecs

    Correct Answer
    D. San Diego State Aztecs
    Explanation
    In 2008, Wyoming achieved a 35-10 victory over the San Diego State Aztecs, making them the only Mountain West team that Wyoming beat that year.

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  • 5. 

    What was Wyoming's record at home in their 4-8 2008 college football season?

    • A.

      42040

    • B.

      0-4

    • C.

      42067

    • D.

      42096

    Correct Answer
    C. 42067
  • 6. 

    What was Joe Glenn's record as Wyoming coach when he was replaced after the 2008 football season?

    • A.

      18-52

    • B.

      37-35

    • C.

      30-41

    • D.

      47-28

    Correct Answer
    C. 30-41
    Explanation
    Joe Glenn's record as Wyoming coach when he was replaced after the 2008 football season was 30-41.

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  • 7. 

    What Wyoming Cowboy led the Mountain West Conference in rushing in 2008 with 1,301 yards?

    • A.

      Anthony Smith

    • B.

      Jimmy DeAndrea

    • C.

      Wynel Seldon

    • D.

      Devin Moore

    Correct Answer
    D. Devin Moore
    Explanation
    Devin Moore is the correct answer because he led the Mountain West Conference in rushing in 2008 with 1,301 yards.

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  • 8. 

    Who ended his Cowboy career in 2008 as Wyoming's all-time leading rusher with 2,963 yards?

    • A.

      Wynel Seldon

    • B.

      Marques Brigham

    • C.

      Devin Moore

    • D.

      Derek Armah

    Correct Answer
    C. Devin Moore
    Explanation
    Devin Moore ended his Cowboy career in 2008 as Wyoming's all-time leading rusher with 2,963 yards.

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  • 9. 

    Wyoming's Devin Moore averaged 167 all-purpose yards per game in 2008 to rank where nationally?

    • A.

      First

    • B.

      Third

    • C.

      Tenth

    • D.

      Eighth

    Correct Answer
    A. First
    Explanation
    Devin Moore ranked first nationally in all-purpose yards per game in 2008, averaging 167 yards. This means that out of all the players in the country, Moore had the highest average of yards gained in all aspects of the game, including rushing, receiving, and returning.

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  • 10. 

    What junior DT led Wyoming in sacks in 2008 and was Second Team All-Conference?

    • A.

      Anthony Wilson

    • B.

      Mitch Unrein

    • C.

      Mike Juergens

    • D.

      John Fletcher

    Correct Answer
    D. John Fletcher
    Explanation
    John Fletcher is the correct answer because he was a junior defensive tackle for Wyoming in 2008 and led the team in sacks. Additionally, he was recognized for his performance by being named Second Team All-Conference.

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  • 11. 

    The Wyoming defense ranked 38th nationally in total defense in 2008 with how many yards per game?

    • A.

      330

    • B.

      206

    • C.

      269

    • D.

      402

    Correct Answer
    A. 330
    Explanation
    In 2008, the Wyoming defense ranked 38th nationally in total defense. This means that out of all the college football teams in the country, Wyoming's defense was considered to be the 38th best. The question asks for the number of yards per game that the defense allowed, and the correct answer is 330. This means that on average, Wyoming's defense allowed their opponents to gain 330 yards per game during the 2008 season.

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  • 12. 

    The Wyoming pass defense allowed 190 yards per game in 2008 to rank in what place in the nation?

    • A.

      15th

    • B.

      53rd

    • C.

      7th

    • D.

      31st

    Correct Answer
    D. 31st
    Explanation
    In 2008, the Wyoming pass defense allowed an average of 190 yards per game. This means that they ranked 31st in the nation in terms of pass defense.

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  • 13. 

    What college football team did Wyoming play for the first time in 2007 and nip 34-33?

    • A.

      Louisville Cardinals

    • B.

      Arkansas Razorbacks

    • C.

      Ohio Bobcats

    • D.

      Kansas Jayhawks

    Correct Answer
    C. Ohio Bobcats
    Explanation
    In 2007, Wyoming played against the Ohio Bobcats for the first time in college football. The game was a close one, with Wyoming winning by a narrow margin of 34-33.

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  • 14. 

    What ACC team did Wyoming dominate 23-3 in their 2007 college football season opener?

    • A.

      Virginia Cavaliers

    • B.

      Vanderbilt Commodores

    • C.

      Maryland Terrapins

    • D.

      West Virginia Mountaineers

    Correct Answer
    A. Virginia Cavaliers
    Explanation
    In their 2007 college football season opener, Wyoming dominated the Virginia Cavaliers with a score of 23-3.

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  • 15. 

    Wyoming lost 35没17 in the 2011 New Mexico Bowl, who beat them?

    • A.

      Arizona

    • B.

      BYU

    • C.

      Temple

    • D.

      Nevada

    Correct Answer
    C. Temple
    Explanation
    In the 2011 New Mexico Bowl, Wyoming lost to Temple.

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  • 16. 

    What Mountain West team shut out Wyoming 50-0 in the 2007 college football season?

    • A.

      TCU Horned Frogs

    • B.

      Air Force Falcons

    • C.

      Utah Utes

    • D.

      UNLV Rebels

    Correct Answer
    C. Utah Utes
    Explanation
    In the 2007 college football season, the Utah Utes shut out Wyoming with a score of 50-0. This means that Utah's defense successfully prevented Wyoming from scoring any points throughout the entire game. The Utah Utes displayed a dominant performance, showcasing their strong defensive skills and ability to control the game.

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  • 17. 

    Who overcame a 21-0 deficit to beat Wyoming 27-24 with a last-minute TD in 2007?

    • A.

      Idaho State Bengals

    • B.

      Weber State Wildcats

    • C.

      San Diego State Aztecs

    • D.

      Brigham Young Cougars

    Correct Answer
    C. San Diego State Aztecs
    Explanation
    In 2007, the San Diego State Aztecs overcame a 21-0 deficit to beat Wyoming 27-24 with a last-minute touchdown.

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  • 18. 

    After Wyoming tied the game with :07 left in regulation, who beat them in overtime 40-34 in 2006?

    • A.

      Montana Grizzlies

    • B.

      Colorado State Rams

    • C.

      UNLV Rebels

    • D.

      Syracuse Orange

    Correct Answer
    D. Syracuse Orange
    Explanation
    In 2006, after Wyoming tied the game with only 7 seconds left in regulation, they were eventually beaten in overtime by the Syracuse Orange with a final score of 40-34.

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  • 19. 

    Wyoming won how many of their last seven games to finish the 2006 football season at 6-6?

    • A.

      Three

    • B.

      One

    • C.

      Five

    • D.

      Six

    Correct Answer
    C. Five
    Explanation
    Wyoming won five of their last seven games to finish the 2006 football season at 6-6.

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  • 20. 

    A 14-10 win in 2006 was Wyoming's first road win since 1991 against what Mountain West team?

    • A.

      TCU Horned Frogs

    • B.

      New Mexico Lobos

    • C.

      Utah Utes

    • D.

      San Diego State Aztecs

    Correct Answer
    B. New Mexico Lobos
    Explanation
    Wyoming's first road win since 1991 was against the New Mexico Lobos. This suggests that Wyoming had not won a game on the road against any Mountain West team since 1991 until their victory against the Lobos in 2006.

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  • 21. 

    What Wyoming defensive back was a 2006 Draddy Trophy finalist for Top College Football Scholar-Athlete?

    • A.

      John Wendling

    • B.

      Michael Ford

    • C.

      Jason Karcher

    • D.

      Karsten Sween

    Correct Answer
    A. John Wendling
    Explanation
    John Wendling was a 2006 Draddy Trophy finalist for Top College Football Scholar-Athlete.

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  • 22. 

    Wyoming was not invited to a 2006 bowl game despite being 6-6 with what Conference record?

    • A.

      42098

    • B.

      42041

    • C.

      42127

    • D.

      42157

    Correct Answer
    C. 42127
  • 23. 

    Wyoming's defense allowed 263 yards total offense a game in 2006 to rank what place nationally?

    • A.

      Fifteenth

    • B.

      Eighth

    • C.

      Fortieth

    • D.

      First

    Correct Answer
    B. Eighth
    Explanation
    In 2006, Wyoming's defense allowed an average of 263 yards of total offense per game. This performance ranked them eighth nationally in terms of total defense.

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  • 24. 

    Wyoming was 4-1 to start the 2005 college football season and ended with what record?

    • A.

      42250

    • B.

      42161

    • C.

      42101

    • D.

      42190

    Correct Answer
    C. 42101
  • 25. 

    What Wyoming senior was a semifinalist for the 2005 Biletnikoff Top Receiver Award?

    • A.

      Tyler Holden

    • B.

      Darion Donnelly

    • C.

      Jovon Bouknight

    • D.

      Michael Ford

    Correct Answer
    C. Jovon Bouknight
    Explanation
    Jovon Bouknight was a Wyoming senior who was a semifinalist for the 2005 Biletnikoff Top Receiver Award.

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  • 26. 

    Who ranked third in Wyoming career receiving with 3,626 yards after his 2005 senior season?

    • A.

      Michael Ford

    • B.

      Jovon Bouknight

    • C.

      Ryan McGuffey

    • D.

      Jason Wallace

    Correct Answer
    B. Jovon Bouknight
    Explanation
    Jovon Bouknight ranked third in Wyoming career receiving with 3,626 yards after his 2005 senior season.

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  • 27. 

    What team did Wyoming beat 24-14 in 2005, handing them their worst loss on home field since 1983?

    • A.

      South Carolina Gamecocks

    • B.

      Notre Dame Fighting Irish

    • C.

      Mississippi Rebels

    • D.

      Penn State Nittany Lions

    Correct Answer
    C. Mississippi Rebels
    Explanation
    In 2005, Wyoming beat the Mississippi Rebels with a score of 24-14. This victory handed the Rebels their worst loss on their home field since 1983.

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  • 28. 

    What Wyoming cornerback declared for the NFL Draft after his junior 2005 season?

    • A.

      Alex Toney

    • B.

      Ron Rockett

    • C.

      Marcell Gipson

    • D.

      Derrick Martin

    Correct Answer
    D. Derrick Martin
    Explanation
    Derrick Martin declared for the NFL Draft after his junior 2005 season.

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  • 29. 

    Who did Wyoming defeat 37-32 in 2005, their first ever victory against an SEC opponent?

    • A.

      Tennessee Volunteers

    • B.

      Virginia Tech Hokies

    • C.

      Mississippi Rebels

    • D.

      South Florida Bulls

    Correct Answer
    C. Mississippi Rebels
    Explanation
    In 2005, Wyoming achieved their first ever victory against an SEC opponent by defeating the Mississippi Rebels with a score of 37-32.

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  • 30. 

    Wyoming's 7-5 record for the 2004 college football season was its best since what year?

    • A.

      1999

    • B.

      2002

    • C.

      1981

    • D.

      1993

    Correct Answer
    D. 1993
    Explanation
    Wyoming's 7-5 record for the 2004 college football season was its best since 1993. This means that Wyoming had not achieved a better record than 7-5 since 1993.

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