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All About the Steelers [1] Trivia Quiz

My first one for the Steeler fans! Enjoy!

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

Author
jaknginger

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
291,616

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Avg Score
7 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. In Pittsburgh's first year in the National Football League, what was their team name? Hint

Pirates

Steelworkers

Steelers

Steelmillers

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Question 2 of 10

2. For how many seasons did the Pittsburgh club merge with another team? Hint

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Question 3 of 10

3. Where did the Pittsburgh team first call home? Hint

Three Rivers Stadium

Heinz Field

Pitt Stadium

Forbes Field

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Question 4 of 10

4. Who was the inaugural coach of the Pittsburgh franchise? Hint

John McNally

Chuck Noll

Forrest Douds

Bill Cowher

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Question 5 of 10

5. What are the Steelers main team colors? Hint

Black and blue

Black and green

Black and red

Black and gold

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Question 6 of 10

6. Prior to the AFL-NFL merger, how many times did the Pittsburgh franchise make the playoffs? Hint

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Question 7 of 10

7. After the AFL-NFL merger, what season was the first for the Steelers to make the playoffs? Hint

1971

1972

1973

1974

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Question 8 of 10

8. In 1972 which Steeler won the Offensive Rookie of the Year award? Hint

Joe Greene

Lynn Swann

Franco Harris

Terry Bradshaw

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Question 9 of 10

9. What year did Chuck Noll start his Pittsburgh coaching legacy? Hint

1970

1969

1971

1972

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Question 10 of 10

10. How many Super Bowl wins did the Steelers tally with Chuck Noll at the helm? Hint

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In Pittsburgh's first year in the National Football League, what was their team name?

Answer: Pirates

The Pittsburgh franchise was founded by Art Rooney in 1933. They were called the Pittsburgh Pirates until the 1940 season when they changed to the Steelers.

2. For how many seasons did the Pittsburgh club merge with another team?

Answer: 2

Because World War II caused roster issues, the Pittsburgh Steelers merged in 1943 with Philadelphia. They were call the Phil-Pitt Eagles but were known as the Steagles. In 1944 they joined with the Chicago Cardinals and were called Card-Pitt, also Car-Pitts or Carpets. They were winless that season. In 1945 they went back to being the Pittsburgh Steelers.

3. Where did the Pittsburgh team first call home?

Answer: Forbes Field

Pittsburgh played over 30 seasons at Forbes Field until 1963, when they moved to Pitt Stadium for several seasons. Their next long-term home was Three Rivers Stadium. They played there from 1970 to 2000 before moving to Heinz Field in 2001.

4. Who was the inaugural coach of the Pittsburgh franchise?

Answer: Forrest Douds

Forrest Douds was the first coach of the Pittsburgh franchise. He only coached one season (1933) and went 3-6-2. This was his only professional coaching position.

5. What are the Steelers main team colors?

Answer: Black and gold

Except for two very early seasons, black and gold have been the main team colors for this franchise throughout its history. The city's professional baseball (Pittsburgh Pirates) and hockey team (Pittsburgh Penguins) also have the same team colors. Black and gold are the colors of Pittsburgh's city flag.

6. Prior to the AFL-NFL merger, how many times did the Pittsburgh franchise make the playoffs?

Answer: 1

The AFL-NFL merger was complete for the 1970 season. Prior to this, the Pittsburgh club only made the playoffs once. It was in the 1947 season and they lost the Eastern Divisional Playoffs to the Eagles.

7. After the AFL-NFL merger, what season was the first for the Steelers to make the playoffs?

Answer: 1972

After the 1970 merger, the Steelers made it all the way to the Conference Championship in 1972 only to lose to the Miami Dolphins 21-17 on December 31, 1972. If it is any consolation to the Steeler fans, 1972 was the undefeated season for the Miami Dolphins (who went on to win the Super Bowl, played in January 1973).

8. In 1972 which Steeler won the Offensive Rookie of the Year award?

Answer: Franco Harris

Greene was from the 1969 draft. Bradshaw was drafted in 1970 and Lynn Swann in 1974. Running back Franco Harris was a first round draft pick for the Steelers out of Penn State. He was named Offensive Rookie of the Year for his remarkable play in the '72 season. He rushed over 1000 yards, scored 10 rushing TDs and three passing TDs. He averaged 5.6 yards per carry.

9. What year did Chuck Noll start his Pittsburgh coaching legacy?

Answer: 1969

Chuck Noll coached the Steelers from 1969 to 1991. His regular season winning percentage was 56.6%. He went 16-8 in the post season. Noll was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1993.

10. How many Super Bowl wins did the Steelers tally with Chuck Noll at the helm?

Answer: 4

With head coach Chuck Noll, the Steelers were Super Bowl Champions in the seasons of 1974, 1975, 1978 and 1979. 1970 was the decade for them!

Source: Author jaknginger

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