America's Team: Test your sports trivia IQ with our Dallas Cowboys history quiz

Four years ago, with an offense powered by rookies Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott, Dallas Cowboys fans were having flashbacks of the glory days when Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith ruled the gridiron in Arlington.

DALLAS COWBOYS TRIVIA QUIZ

With Prescott returning from injury this season, and Elliott looking to bounce-back this season, the Cowboys will be trying to work their way back into the playoffs. Break out the nachos and test your knowledge about America’s Team with our dandy little quiz…

DALLAS COWBOYS HISTORY QUIZ

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Question 1

What team did Dallas beat to win their first Super Bowl?

A	Pittsburgh Steelers
B	Denver Broncos
C	Buffalo Bills
D	Miami Dolphins
E	Baltimore Colts

Question 1 Explanation:

On January 16, 1972, the Cowboys defeated the Dolphins by the score of 24–3, to win their first Super Bowl. Cowboys quarterback Roger Staubach, who threw 2 touchdown passes, was named MVP.

Question 2

What stadium did the Cowboys call home for their first 11 years?

A	Cotton Bowl
B	Texas Stadium
C	Hunt Stadium
D	AT&T Stadium
E	Franklin Stadium

Question 2 Explanation:

The Dallas Cowboys called the Cotton Bowl home from the team's formation in 1960 until 1971, when the Cowboys moved to Texas Stadium.

Question 3

Which Cowboys QB holds the record for passing yards in a game?

A	Drew Bledsoe
B	Tony Romo
C	Roger Staubach
D	Danny White
E	Troy Aikman

Question 3 Explanation:

On October 6, 2013, Tony Romo passed for 506 yards and five touchdowns in a home game against Denver. Despite Romo's prowess, the Cowboys were edged 51-48 by Peyton Manning's Broncos.

Question 4

Who caught Roger Staubach's Hail Mary pass in the 1975 playoffs?

A	Robert Newhouse
B	Drew Pearson
C	Bob Hayes
D	Golden Richards
E	Charley Young

Question 4 Explanation:

Drew Pearson came to be known as "Mr. Clutch" for his game-deciding catches, including the memorable 50-yard reception in a 1975 playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings.

Question 5

Which Dallas Cowboys player was named the MVP of Super Bowl V?

A	Dan Reeves
B	Walt Garrison
C	Bob Lilly
D	Mike Ditka
E	Chuck Howley

Question 5 Explanation:

Linebacker Chuck Howley was named the MVP for Super Bowl V despite the Cowboys' loss to the Baltimore Colts. He is the only member of a losing team to win the award.

Question 6

Which two Dallas Cowboys quarterbacks shared the same number?

A	Troy Aikman/Brad Johnson
B	Don Meredith/Quincy Carter
C	Roger Staubach/Dak Prescott
D	Matt Cassel/Danny White
E	Tony Romo/Drew Bledsoe

Question 6 Explanation:

Quincy Carter, who played quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys from 2001 to 2003, and Don Meredith (1960-1968), both wore the number 17.

Question 7

How many seasons did Emmitt Smith rush for over 1,500 yards?

A	Three
B	Six
C	Four
D	Five
E	Two

Question 7 Explanation:

Emmitt Smith ran for more than 1,500 yards in the 1991 (1563 yds), 1992 (1713 yds) and 1995 (1773 yds) seasons. In 1993 (1486 yds) and 1994 (1482 yds) he finished just shy of the benchmark.

Question 8

Which former Cowboy has the most Super Bowl rings won as a player?

A	Michael Irvin
B	Alvin Harper
C	Roger Staubach
D	Emmitt Smith
E	Charles Haley

Question 8 Explanation:

Defensive star Charles Haley won two Super Bowl rings with the San Francisco Giants and three more with the Dallas Cowboys. He is the only player in NFL history to have won five Super Bowl rings.

Question 9

Aside from Michael Irvin, which Cowboys have caught 60-plus TDs?

A	Tony Hill, Jason Witten, Dez Bryant
B	Jason Witten, Dez Bryant, Bob Hayes
C	Drew Pearson, Bob Hayes, Tony Hill
D	Frank Clarke, Dez Bryant, Bob Hayes
E	Terrell Owens, Tony Hill, Frank Clarke

Question 9 Explanation:

Bob Hayes leads all Cowboys with 71 receiving touchdowns. Michael Irvin finished his career with 65, while Jason Witten and Dez Bryant continue to add to their 60-plus TD totals.

Question 10

Which Cowboy holds the single game rushing record with 253 yards?

A	Calvin Hill
B	Emmitt Smith
C	Don Perkins
D	Tony Dorsett
E	DeMarco Murray

Question 10 Explanation:

As a rookie, DeMarco Murray set a Cowboys single-game rushing record with his 253-yard performance against the Rams.

Question 11

What player was the Dallas Cowboys Ring of Honor's first inductee?

A	Don Perkins
B	Chuck Howley
C	Don Meredith
D	Bob Lilly
E	Roger Staubach

Question 11 Explanation:

On November 23, 1975, Bob Lilly was the first player inducted in the Dallas Cowboys Right of Honor. Lilly played defensive tackle with the club from 1961-1974.

Question 12

Which Cowboys RB holds the single season record for rushing yards?

A	Emmitt Smith
B	DeMarco Murray
C	Ezekiel Elliott
D	Herschel Walker
E	Calvin Hill

Question 12 Explanation:

DeMarco Murray ran for a team record 1845 yards during the 2014 season. Emmitt Smith held the previous record with 1773 rushing yards in the 1995 season.

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