Test your sports trivia IQ with the ultimate New England Patriots history quiz
Test your sports trivia IQ with the ultimate New England Patriots history quiz
Coached by Bill Belichick and led on the gridiron by Tom Brady, the New England Patriots became the NFL’s greatest-ever dynasty. Now the Pats are trying to carry on their winning tradition minus a new star QB in the person of Cameron Newton.
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS HISTORY QUIZ
How much do you really know about the team that calls Foxborough, Massachusetts home? We’ve compiled the ultimate New England Patriots history quiz to find out…
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS HISTORY QUIZ
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Question 1
Which Boston newspaper cartoonist created the Patriots' first logo?
A
Dan Wasserman
B
Clay Bennett
C
Phil Bissell
D
Paul Szep
E
Jerry Holbert
Question 1 Explanation:
Phil Bissell of The Boston Globe developed the "Pat Patriot" logo which was used by the team from its founding through the 1992 season.
Question 2
Who was the first player inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame?
A
Bob Dee
B
John Hannah
C
Nick Buoniconti
D
Jim Lee Hunt
E
Gino Cappelletti
Question 2 Explanation:
In 1991, John Hannah became the first inductee into the New England Patriots Hall of Fame. Hannah, an offensive guard, was named to ten consecutive All-Pro teams from 1976 to 1985.
Question 3
Against which team did Patriots QB Tom Brady throw for 517 yards?
A
Pittsburgh Steelers
B
Buffalo Bills
C
San Francisco Giants
D
Cleveland Browns
E
Miami Dolphins
Question 3 Explanation:
On September 12, 2011, Patriots quarterback Tom Brady went 32 of 48 for 517 yards and 4 touchdowns in a road game versus the Miami Dolphins.
Question 4
Which Patriots name change was rejected by the NFL in 1971?
A
Boston Patriots
B
Bay State Patriots
C
American Patriots
D
New England Pats
E
Beantown Patriots
Question 4 Explanation:
When the Boston Patriots moved to Foxborough they announced they would change their name to the Bay State Patriots. The name was rejected by the NFL, and they opted for New England instead.
Question 5
What team did the Patriots beat for their first Super Bowl victory?
A
Green Bay Packers
B
Carolina Panthers
C
New York Giants
D
St. Louis Rams
E
Philadelphia Eagles
Question 5 Explanation:
In 2002, the Patriots defeated the Rams 20–17 in Super Bowl XXVI for the franchise's first league championship of any kind, having suffered three previous losses.
Question 6
Which of the following men was never an owner of the Patriots?
A
Tom Yawkey
B
James Orthwein
C
Victor Kiam
D
Robert Kraft
E
Billy Sullivan
Question 6 Explanation:
Billy Sullivan was the original owner of the Patriots. In 1988, his family sold the franchise to Victor Kiam. Four years later, Kiam sold the team to James Orthwein. Current owner Robert Kraft bought the team in 1994.
Question 7
What number did quarterback Drew Bledsoe wear for the Patriots?
A
Twelve
B
Eleven
C
Sixteen
D
Fourteen
E
Ten
Question 7 Explanation:
From 1993 through 2001, Drew Bledsoe word No. 11 for the Patriots — the same number we wore as a star quarterback for the Washington State Cougars.
Question 8
Which player is the Patriots career leader in rushing yards?
A
Tony Collins
B
Kevin Faulk
C
Curtis Martin
D
Sam Cunningham
E
Jim Nance
Question 8 Explanation:
Sam Cunningham (1973-82) leads the Patriots in career rushing yards with 5,453. His total barely eclipsed the 5,323 yards amassed by Jim Nance (1965-71).
Question 9
Which player is the Patriots career leader in receiving yards?
A
Troy Brown
B
Irving Fryar
C
Stanley Morgan
D
Rob Gronkowski
E
Wes Walker
Question 9 Explanation:
Stanley Morgan, who played for the Patriots from 1977 to 1989, has far and away to most receiving yards for the team with 10,352. Wes Walker has the next most with 7,459.
Question 10
What stadium did the Patriots not call home during their AFL days?
A
Alumni Stadium
B
Fenway Park
C
Schaefer Stadium
D
Nickerson Field
E
Havard Stadium
Question 10 Explanation:
Before joining the NFL and relocating from Boston to Foxborough, Massachusetts, the Patriots hopped between four different venues for home games.
Question 11
After Andre Tippett, which Patriot had the next most career sacks?
A
Brent Williams
B
Chris Slade
C
Mike Vrabel
D
Willie McGinest
E
Rob Ninkovich
Question 11 Explanation:
Andre Tippett's 100 career sacks have stood as the standard for the Patriots since his retirement in 1993. Willie McGinest has the second most with 78.
Question 12
Which team did the Patriots face in their first Super Bowl?
A
San Francisco 49ers
B
Green Bay Packers
C
New York Giants
D
Chicago Bears
E
Philadelphia Eagles
Question 12 Explanation:
Super Bowl XX featured two teams making their Super Bowl debuts — the Chicago Bears and New England Patriots. Led by MVP Richard Dent, the Bears crushed the Pats 46-10 on January 26, 1986.
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