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Top 20 most intriguing American Football trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

American Football is one of the most popular and exciting sports in the world. It is a physical, fast-paced game played by two teams of 11 players each, with four quarters of 15 minutes each. The objective of the game is to take possession of the football, to advance down the field, and to score points by carrying the ball over the opposing team's goal line. The team with the most points at the end of the game is the winner. American Football has evolved into a highly competitive sport, with teams using a variety of strategies and plays to gain an edge over their opponents. With its complex rules and regulations, American Football is one of the most challenging team sports and it continues to captivate people's attention today. So, let's dive into the world of American Football and test your knowledge!


1) Who holds the record for most rushing yards in a single NFL season?

  • LaDainian Tomlinson
  • Adrian Peterson
  • Barry Sanders
  • Emmitt Smith

2) In which year was the first Super Bowl held?

  • 1967
  • 1970
  • 1965
  • 1970

3) Who holds the record for the most passing touchdowns in a single season?

  • Peyton Manning
  • Tom Brady
  • Dan Marino
  • Drew Brees

4) What NFL team won the first ever Super Bowl?

  • Green Bay Packers
  • Kansas City Chiefs
  • Dallas Cowboys
  • Pittsburgh Steelers

5) Who was the first NFL player to rush for 2,000 yards in a single season?

  • Emmitt Smith
  • Eric Dickerson
  • Barry Sanders
  • Adrian Peterson

6) What is the minimum number of players allowed to be on the field for each team at one time during an NFL game?

  • 8
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12

7) How many points is a touchdown worth in the NFL?

  • 2
  • 6
  • 4
  • 8

8) What award is annually given to the best defensive player in the NFL?

  • Walter Payton Award
  • Manning-Favre Award
  • Bart Starr Award
  • Defensive Player of the Year Award

9) When was the NFL first established?

  • 1920
  • 1933
  • 1902
  • 1945

10) What is the maximum number of players allowed to be on an NFL roster?

  • 60
  • 53
  • 45
  • 75

11) How many teams compete in the NFL?

  • 28
  • 32
  • 24
  • 30

12) What is the name of the trophy presented to the winning team of the Super Bowl?

  • The Lombardi Trophy
  • The Stanley Cup
  • The MVP Trophy
  • The Larry O'Brien Trophy

13) In what city is the Pro Football Hall of Fame located?

  • New York City
  • Washington, D.C.
  • Miami
  • Canton, Ohio

14) How many minutes are in an NFL game?

  • 45
  • 60
  • 75
  • 90

15) What team did Tom Brady win his first Super Bowl with?

  • San Francisco 49ers
  • New England Patriots
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  • Denver Broncos

16) What is the name of the NFL's annual championship game?

  • Bowl Championship
  • NFL Championship
  • Super Bowl
  • World Bowl

17) What is the name of the championship trophy awarded to the winner of the Super Bowl?

  • Lombardi Trophy
  • Stanley Cup
  • MVP Trophy
  • Larry O'Brien Trophy

18) Which stadium hosted the first ever Super Bowl?

  • Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
  • Raymond James Stadium
  • Levi's Stadium
  • Mercedes-Benz Superdome

19) What is the name of the traditional pre-game show for the Super Bowl?

  • The Big Game
  • The Super Spectacle
  • The Kickoff
  • The Halftime Show

20) How many points is a field goal worth in the NFL?

  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 6

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