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Where Did the Pros Go [2] Trivia Quiz

I enjoyed creating my first NFL pros quiz so much that I thought I would research another one. This quiz will test your knowledge of some retired NFL players and their respective colleges! Good luck!

A multiple-choice quiz by jaknginger. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
jaknginger

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
285,056

Updated
Jul 23 22

# Qns
10

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Question 1 of 10

1. John Elway retired in 1998 from the quarterback duties of the Denver Broncos. What university did he attend? Hint

Oregon State University

University of Southern California

UCLA

Stanford University

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Question 2 of 10

2. 2007 Green Bay Packer quarterback Brett Favre attended what university? Hint

Louisiana State University

University of Southern Mississippi

Mississippi State University

University of Alabama-Birmingham

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Question 3 of 10

3. One of the greatest non-Super Bowl winning quarterbacks ever, Dan Marino, attended which university before a long career with the Miami Dolphins? Hint

Syracuse University

Penn State University

University of Pittsburgh

University of Notre Dame

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Question 4 of 10

4. Where did former defensive tackle Charles Edward Greene, better know as "Mean" Joe Greene of the Pittsburgh Steelers, play college ball? Hint

North Texas State University

University of Texas

Texas A&M University

Texas Tech

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Question 5 of 10

5. Retired quarterback Joe Montana played for what university before being drafted by the San Francisco Forty Niners in 1979? Hint

University of Pittsburgh

University of Indiana

University of Notre Dame

Syracuse University

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Question 6 of 10

6. Pro Football Hall of Fame running back OJ Simpson attended which university for only 2 years before being drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 1969? Hint

UCLA

University of Southern California

Stanford University

California State University-Fullerton

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Question 7 of 10

7. Three-time Super Bowl champion and former pro-running back, Emmitt Smith, attended what university prior to a stellar career in the NFL? Hint

University of Florida

University of Miami (Florida)

Florida State University

University of Georgia

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Question 8 of 10

8. What university did four-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Terry Bradshaw attend? Hint

Louisiana State University

Louisiana Tech University

Pennsylvania State University

University of Pittsburgh

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Question 9 of 10

9. Former Pro quarterback, Jim McMahon played for what university before being the 5th overall pick of the 1982 draft of the Chicago Bears? Hint

Brigham Young University

University of Utah

Southern Methodist University

University of Notre Dame

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Question 10 of 10

10. What university did Pro Hall of Fame strong safety/safety/cornerback Ronnie Lott attend? Hint

University of Southern California

Stanford University

UCLA

University of Washington

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. John Elway retired in 1998 from the quarterback duties of the Denver Broncos. What university did he attend?

Answer: Stanford University

Although he was drafted by the Baltimore Colts as the #1 overall pick in 1983, he played his entire NFL career with the Broncos.

2. 2007 Green Bay Packer quarterback Brett Favre attended what university?

Answer: University of Southern Mississippi

Brett was drafted in 1991 by the Atlanta Falcons and played as a Falcon just one season. He was then traded to the Packers until his retirement after a great 2007 season.

3. One of the greatest non-Super Bowl winning quarterbacks ever, Dan Marino, attended which university before a long career with the Miami Dolphins?

Answer: University of Pittsburgh

Dan led many Dolphin teams to the playoffs and even the Superbowl but never won a NFL championship. His list of records and accomplishments in the NFL is remarkable!

4. Where did former defensive tackle Charles Edward Greene, better know as "Mean" Joe Greene of the Pittsburgh Steelers, play college ball?

Answer: North Texas State University

North Texas State is now known as University of North Texas. "Mean Joe" is a 4-time Super Bowl champion with the Steelers and played a key role in the "Steel Curtain" defense. Aww those were the days!

5. Retired quarterback Joe Montana played for what university before being drafted by the San Francisco Forty Niners in 1979?

Answer: University of Notre Dame

Joe is a 4-time Super Bowl champion. He played 14 seasons for the 49ers and his last 2 seasons with the Arizona Cardinals. He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2000.

6. Pro Football Hall of Fame running back OJ Simpson attended which university for only 2 years before being drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 1969?

Answer: University of Southern California

OJ was the first NFL player to rush for more than 2000 yards in a season. In 1985 he was inducted into the Pro Hall of Fame on his first eligible year. Unfortunately, OJ's more famous for the murder trial for his wife and her friend.

7. Three-time Super Bowl champion and former pro-running back, Emmitt Smith, attended what university prior to a stellar career in the NFL?

Answer: University of Florida

Emmitt played for Dallas 13 seasons and Arizona 2. Once he announced his retirement plans, he was released from the Cardinals and signed a one-day contract with Dallas so that he could retire as a Cowboy in 2005. In another notable event, Emmitt won the third season of the television show Dancing with the Stars with partner Cheryl Burke.

8. What university did four-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Terry Bradshaw attend?

Answer: Louisiana Tech University

Bradshaw led the Pittsburgh Steelers to four Super Bowl wins. He was the Super Bowl MVP in XIII and XIV. He is in both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame.

9. Former Pro quarterback, Jim McMahon played for what university before being the 5th overall pick of the 1982 draft of the Chicago Bears?

Answer: Brigham Young University

Jim was listed on 7 NFL rosters during his career but was most successful during his 7-year tenure with the Bears in the 80's. He led the Bears to the Super Bowl XX win.

10. What university did Pro Hall of Fame strong safety/safety/cornerback Ronnie Lott attend?

Answer: University of Southern California

Lott was the 8th overall pick in the 1st round of the 1981 NFL draft. He was on 4 Super Bowl championship teams with the Forty-Niners. He played cornerback, safety and strong safety.

Source: Author jaknginger

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