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1. One of many great connections in NFL history began with Miami quarterback Dan Marino. Which of the following was one of his receivers?
2. A Hall of Fame connection was made in the 1970s by the arm of Pittsburgh Steeler quarterback Terry Bradshaw, and which Steeler receiver who wore the number 88?
3. In the 'guaranteed' Super Bowl win of the New York Jets over the Colts, quarterback Joe Namath put the team into the Super Bowl by connecting with which wide receiver throughout the season?
4. What a connection in 2006 between the Colts' quarterback Peyton Manning and which wide receiver?
5. The 1966 Green Bay Packers went 12-2 under Vince Lombardi, on their way to win Super Bowl I against the Chiefs. Carroll Dale was on the receiving end of seven touchdown passes, averaging 23.7 yards per catch. Which quarterback started the connection in this winning season?
6. In 2000, the Patriots' rookie Tom Brady attempted only three passes, playing in only one game in the season. 2001 saw Tom play his first full season and turn around New England's 5-11 2000 season, into a Super Bowl winning 11-5 season in 2001. This was large in part due to which wide receiver who caught over 100 passes from him in the season?
7. After spending four seasons with the Buffalo Bills, this quarterback catapulted the Oakland Raiders beginning in 1967. He helped make Fred Biletnikoff and Warren Wells famous. Who was this quarterback who made the connection?
8. Minnesota Vikings Fran Tarkenton was a true passing but yet scrambling quarterback. In 1975, he had wide receiver John Gilliam who caught 50 passes in the season, but which high-kicking running back who wore the number 44 and led the team with 73 receptions?
9. The Cincinnati Bengals found a new sheriff in town when this quarterback took over the team from veteran QB Ken Anderson. In 1985, this quarterback made the connection with wide receivers Eddie Brown, Cris Collinsworth, and running back James Brooks for all over 50 receptions each in the season. Who was this 'explosive' quarterback?
10. In 2006, the San Diego Chargers had the best record in the NFL by going 14-2. Philip Rivers made many completions to his receivers, connecting on 248 in the season. Which Charger (the only Charger listed) led the team in receptions?
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