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NFL 2020 Season Trivia Quiz

This NFL season, held during a pandemic with its unique set of challenges, culminated in Super Bowl LV. Season and Playoff summary questions await you...Good luck!

A multiple-choice quiz by Scallop44. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Scallop44

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
409,880

Updated
Nov 22 22

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
9 / 10

Plays
288

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Question 1 of 10

1. Prior to the start of the season, which free-agent quarterback left the New England Patriots after 20 seasons and joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers? Hint

Philip Rivers

Carson Wentz

Aaron Rodgers

Tom Brady

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Question 2 of 10

2. One of the worst pandemics in human history obviously had huge ramifications on the 2020 NFL season, including schedule changes and quarantines for players and personnel. Name this pandemic. Hint

COVID-19

Cocoliztli Epidemic

Bubonic Plague

Locusts

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Question 3 of 10

3. The Oakland Raiders team changed cities prior to the start of the season. What was the new name of the franchise? Hint

San Diego Raiders

Seattle Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders

Houston Raiders

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which running back for the Tennessee Titans pounded his way to 2,027 yards and the league rushing title for most rushing yards in the 2020 regular season? Hint

Aaron Jones

Jamal Lewis

Eddie George

Derrick Henry

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Question 5 of 10

5. Due to controversies regarding its franchise name, which team temporarily changed its nickname to "Football Team" while it explored a permanent option? Hint

Washington Redskins

Miami Dolphins

Pittsburgh Steelers

San Francisco 49ers

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Question 6 of 10

6. What quarterback for the Green Bay Packers was named the 2020 regular season league MVP? Hint

Aaron Rodgers

Russell Wilson

Bart Starr

Matthew Stafford

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Question 7 of 10

7. The NFL lost a legend when this man passed away during the season. This Hall of Famer was a retired Chicago Bears halfback and return specialist, playing from 1965 to 1971. Nicknamed "The Kansas Comet", who scored 22 touchdowns during his rookie season, including six in one game? Hint

Marion Motley

Paul Hornung

Gale Sayers

Jim Thorpe

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Question 8 of 10

8. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, and Frank Clark were some of the stars that led what team from the AFC into Super Bowl LV? Hint

Denver Broncos

Cincinnati Bengals

Pittsburgh Steelers

Kansas City Chiefs

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Question 9 of 10

9. Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette, Devin White, and Lavonte David were some of the stars that led what team from the NFC into Super Bowl LV? Hint

San Francisco 49ers

Dallas Cowboys

Philadelphia Eagles

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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Question 10 of 10

10. In Super Bowl LV, which quarterback, with three touchdowns passes for the winning team, was named Super Bowl MVP? Hint

Tom Brady

Aaron Rodgers

Patrick Mahomes

Russell Wilson

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Prior to the start of the season, which free-agent quarterback left the New England Patriots after 20 seasons and joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?

Answer: Tom Brady

Tom Brady left the Patriots and signed a two-year deal with the Buccaneers in March 2020. While playing for the Patriots, Brady led the team to an amazing nine Super Bowls, winning six. He was named MVP in four of those victories.

2. One of the worst pandemics in human history obviously had huge ramifications on the 2020 NFL season, including schedule changes and quarantines for players and personnel. Name this pandemic.

Answer: COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic, also known as the coronavirus pandemic, resulted in millions of human deaths throughout the world. The NFL made numerous adjustments such as game rescheduling, daily testing of players and personnel, and increased practice squad size. The draft was held virtually, with the NFL commissioner hosting the event over video from his basement.

3. The Oakland Raiders team changed cities prior to the start of the season. What was the new name of the franchise?

Answer: Las Vegas Raiders

The Oakland Raiders became the Las Vegas Raiders, with home games played in a domed stadium called Allegiant Stadium. The NFL league owners approved the move by a 31-1 vote with Stephen Ross, owner of the Miami Dolphins, the dissenting vote.

4. Which running back for the Tennessee Titans pounded his way to 2,027 yards and the league rushing title for most rushing yards in the 2020 regular season?

Answer: Derrick Henry

Derrick Henry ran for 2,027 yards and 17 touchdowns during the 2020 regular season and also added 19 receptions for another 114 yards. In addition to the league rushing title, he was the AP Offensive Player of the Year, voted 1st Team All-Pro and a Pro-Bowler.

5. Due to controversies regarding its franchise name, which team temporarily changed its nickname to "Football Team" while it explored a permanent option?

Answer: Washington Redskins

The Washington Redskins changed its name to the Washington Football Team beginning with the 2020 season, while ownership conducted an extensive review of a new team nickname. In 1933, the Washington Redskins were known as the Boston Braves before owner George Preston Marshall changed the name to the Boston Redskins. The Boston Redskins moved to Washington prior to the 1937 season.
[they changed the team name to Washington Commanders for the 2022 season]

6. What quarterback for the Green Bay Packers was named the 2020 regular season league MVP?

Answer: Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers led the Green Bay Packers to a 13-3 record and the number one seed in the NFC. He threw for 4,299 yards, and a league-leading 48 touchdown passes along with a league-leading 70.7% completion percentage. Rodgers won the MVP award by receiving 44 of the 50 votes.

Answer: Gale Sayers

Gale Sayers was inducted into the Pro Football HOF in 1977 and was named to the NFL 100th Anniversary Team in 2019. With his exceptional quickness and agility, he was considered one of the most difficult players to tackle in league history. Unfortunately, knee injuries shortened his career.

His autobiography, "I Am Third" (published 1970), was the basis for the movie "Brian's Song" (1971).

8. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones, and Frank Clark were some of the stars that led what team from the AFC into Super Bowl LV?

Answer: Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs represented the AFC in Super Bowl LV. The Chiefs were the defending Super Bowl champions, having won Super Bowl LIV the prior year. Head coach of the Chiefs, Andy Reid, directed the team to a 14-2 regular season record.

9. Tom Brady, Leonard Fournette, Devin White, and Lavonte David were some of the stars that led what team from the NFC into Super Bowl LV?

Answer: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers represented the NFC in Super Bowl LV. The Buccaneers were a wild card team having finished the regular season 11-5 and 2nd in the NFC South division. Bruce Arians was the head coach of the Buccaneers.

10. In Super Bowl LV, which quarterback, with three touchdowns passes for the winning team, was named Super Bowl MVP?

Answer: Tom Brady

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9 in Super Bowl LV, held February 7th, 2021 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. It was the first time a team had won the Super Bowl in its home stadium. Tom Brady earned his 7th Super Bowl championship, and 5th Super Bowl MVP award.

Source: Author Scallop44

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