Football Trivia and Answers

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Who is the highest-paid player in terms of annual salary in NFL history?

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Answer: Aaron Rodgers
In 2018 Aaron Rodgers agreed to a 4-year/$134-million deal with the Green Bay Packers, which is an average of almost $34 million a year. On top of that he received a $58-million signing bonus"!

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Which "Rocky" actor once played in the NFL?

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Answer: Carl Weathers
Carl Weathers, who played the role of Apollo Creed in the "Rocky" franchise, actually was an undrafted played in the NFL from 1971 to 1974.

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During the entire 2017 season, Patriots' wide receiver Julian Edelman was sidelined with which type of injury?

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Answer: ACL
Julian suffered an anterior cruciate ligament or ACL injury, which affects a region behind the thigh.

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Who is the winningest coach in NFL history?

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Answer: Don Shula
Don Shula, who is known primarily for coaching the Miami Dolphins from 1970 to 1995, has won 347 games during his 32-year career.

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Which player holds the distinction of being the all-time touchdown leader in NFL history?

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Answer: Jerry Rice
The unmatchable Jerry Rice, a wide receiver, currently holds the record at 208, with second place Emmitt Smith coming in at 175.

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What is the maximum number of players permissible on a NFL team's roster?

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Answer: 53
NFL teams are allowed to have up to 53 players on their rosters, of which 46 are eligible to play on game day.

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The Doak Walker Award is given annually to the top college player at which position?

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Answer: Running Back
Doak Walker (1927-1998) has been inducted into both the College Football and Pro Football halls of fame. He played halfback, and accordingly the award named after him is given to college football's premiere running back.

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In 2018, the family of which Hall of Fame linebacker settled a wrongful-death lawsuit against the NFL?

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Answer: Junior Seau
Junior Seau, who committed suicide in 2012, was at the time suffering from degenerative brain disease due to the repeated hits he took while playing for the NFL.

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Murderous NFL player Aaron Hernandez formerly played for which team?

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Answer: New England Patriots
The infamous Aaron Hernandez was a member of the New England Patriots from 2010 'til 2012.

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What is the name of the professional football league founded by filmmaker Charlie Ebersol and ESPN analyst Bill Polian?

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Answer: Alliance of American Football
Charlie and Bill have teamed up to create the Alliance of American Football (AAF), a professional league set to debut one week after the Super Bowl in 2019.



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