Sooner Football: History of Excellence

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1. The Sooners hold the distinction of having played in the Sugar Bowl twice in the same calendar year, 1972. Who were their two opponents? LSU and Notre Dame Alabama and Tennessee Auburn and Penn State Alabama and Georgia

2. In an inter-regional classic against Ohio State in 1977, the Sooner placekicker led the Buckeye crowd in chanting, "Block that Kick!", then booted home a 41-yard field goal for a thrilling victory in Columbus. Name that kicker. Tony DiRienzo Tim Lashar Matt Bahr Uwe von Schamann

3. After compiling an 11-0 record during the 1974 regular season en route to a fourth national title, in which postseason bowl did the Sooners play? Orange Cotton Sugar None

4. At the start of the 2007 season, Oklahoma fans were optimistic but also nervous at the prospect of having an inexperienced quarterback for the third straight season. However, the redshirt freshman who took over the signal-calling duties not only led the team to a second straight conference championship, but he also led the nation in passing efficiency. Who was this? Sam Bradford Brett Romar Joey Halzle Rhett Bomar

5. In three different seasons during the 20th century, Oklahoma had a pair of 1000+ yard rushers, once in the 1950s and twice in the 1970s. Which of the following pairs did not each rush for over 1000 yards in the same season? Billy Vessels and Buck McPhail Jack Mildren and Greg Pruitt Billy Sims and Kenny King Joe Washington and Waymon Clark

6. The Sooners boasted not only the Heisman Award winner, but also the Outland Award winner (outstanding lineman) in the same season, as they finished at 11-1 with another Orange Bowl victory. Who were the players who received those honors in the same year? Greg Pruitt and Tom Brahaney Joe Washington and Lee Roy Selmon Billy Vessels and Jerry Tubbs Billy Sims and Greg Roberts

7. Which of the following players won the Heisman Trophy during his career at OU? Josh Heupel Adrian Peterson Greg Pruitt Steve Owens

8. When Bob Stoops became the Sooner head coach in 1999, the team's fortunes quickly began to rise again after several losing seasons. What is the name of the head coach that Stoops followed? Howard Schnellenberger John Blake Barry Switzer Chuck Fairbanks

9. Five brothers; Buddy, Kurt, Lyle, Bob, and Lynn Burris, all played football for the University of Oklahoma. From what high school and/or community did this family come from? Lawton Eufaula Tulsa (Booker T. Washington) Muskogee

10. What is the length of Barry Switzer's longest game winning streak as coach of the Sooners? 33 28 20 15