Super Bowl Gridiron Legacy Quiz

100 questions · by Qwiz Rush

Super Bowl Gridiron Legacy Quiz is a free 100-question multiple choice, letters and numbers quiz on Qwiz Rush, made by Qwiz Rush, split into 10 rounds. Test your knowledge on the historic games, legendary players, and iconic moments that shaped the biggest Sunday in American sports.

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The 100 questions

Who was the legendary head coach who led the Green Bay Packers to victories in the first two Super Bowls?
- George Halas
- Vince Lombardi
- Hank Stram
- Don Shula
Which AFL team pulled off a historic upset against the heavily favored Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III?
- Oakland Raiders
- Kansas City Chiefs
- New York Jets
- San Diego Chargers
In which stadium was the inaugural AFL-NFL World Championship Game played in January 1967?
- Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
- The Orange Bowl
- Tulane Stadium
- The Rose Bowl
Which Kansas City Chiefs quarterback won the Super Bowl MVP award for his performance in Super Bowl IV?
- Len Dawson
- Mike Mercer
- Otis Taylor
- Johnny Robinson
Who caught the first touchdown pass in Super Bowl history after entering the game as an unexpected substitute?
- Paul Hornung
- Max McGee
- Elijah Pitts
- Boyd Dowler
Which television network broadcasted Super Bowl I simultaneously alongside CBS, marking the only simulcast in Super Bowl history?
- ABC
- NBC
- Fox
- DuMont
In what calendar year was the very first AFL-NFL World Championship Game played?

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How many total points did the New York Jets score to secure their victory over the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl III?

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Name the charismatic Hall of Fame quarterback who famously guaranteed a victory for his AFL team prior to Super Bowl III.

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Identify the NFL franchise, known by their Norse-themed team name, that lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl IV.

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During his legendary performance in Super Bowl XXIII, Joe Montana led a 92-yard game-winning drive. Which San Francisco 49ers wide receiver caught the decisive touchdown pass with 34 seconds remaining?
- Jerry Rice
- John Taylor
- Roger Craig
- Dwight Clark
During his masterful performance in Super Bowl XLIV, which New Orleans Saints quarterback won MVP honors after completing 32 of 39 passes to defeat the Indianapolis Colts?
- Drew Brees
- Aaron Rodgers
- Brett Favre
- Eli Manning
Tom Brady engineered a historic comeback in Super Bowl LI, rallying his team from a 28-3 deficit. Which Atlanta Falcons quarterback did Brady defeat in this historic matchup?
- Matt Ryan
- Cam Newton
- Carson Palmer
- Eli Manning
Phil Simms set a Super Bowl record for completion percentage (88%) in Super Bowl XXI. Which AFC team did he dissect to win his first championship?
- Denver Broncos
- Buffalo Bills
- Miami Dolphins
- Cincinnati Bengals
Steve Young threw a record-breaking six touchdown passes in Super Bowl XXIX. Which team did the San Francisco 49ers defeat in this blowout victory?
- San Diego Chargers
- Denver Broncos
- Buffalo Bills
- Miami Dolphins
Which Oakland Raiders quarterback earned Super Bowl XV MVP honors after throwing three touchdown passes in a dominant 27-10 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles?
- Jim Plunkett
- Ken Stabler
- Daryle Lamonica
- George Blanda
How many Super Bowl championship rings did quarterback Terry Bradshaw win during his Hall of Fame career with the Pittsburgh Steelers?

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Joe Namath famously guaranteed victory in Super Bowl III. What was the jersey number worn by the legendary quarterback during this historic upset?

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What is the last name of the Hall of Fame Denver Broncos quarterback who won his first Super Bowl in game XXXII and retired immediately after winning Super Bowl XXXIII?

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What is the last name of the legendary quarterback who became the first to win Super Bowl championships as the starting quarterback for two different franchises, doing so with the Colts and Broncos?

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Which pop icon's 1993 performance at Super Bowl XXVII is widely credited with transforming the halftime show into a massive, star-studded television event?
- Michael Jackson
- Madonna
- Prince
- Bruce Springsteen
At Super Bowl XLI in 2007, Prince delivered a legendary performance of "Purple Rain" during a literal downpour. In which city did this historic game take place?
- Miami
- Tampa
- New Orleans
- Los Angeles
Which British rock band headlined the Super Bowl XL halftime show in 2006, performing on a stage custom-built to resemble their iconic tongue-and-lips logo?
- The Rolling Stones
- The Who
- Led Zeppelin
- U2
During the Super Bowl XLVIII halftime show in 2014, which rock band made a high-energy guest appearance to perform "Give It Away" alongside headliner Bruno Mars?
- Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Foo Fighters
- Green Day
- Pearl Jam
Which female artist headlined the Super Bowl LI halftime show in 2017, beginning her performance by seemingly leaping from the roof of NRG Stadium?
- Lady Gaga
- Katy Perry
- Beyoncé
- Pink
In 2002, which Irish rock band paid tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks by scrolling their names on a massive backdrop screen during Super Bowl XXXVI?
- U2
- Coldplay
- Oasis
- The Cranberries
In what calendar year did Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake perform at Super Bowl XXXVIII, sparking the infamous "wardrobe malfunction" controversy?

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How many individual music artists officially shared headlining or major guest performer billing during the celebrated Super Bowl LVI hip-hop halftime show (featuring Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Kendrick Lamar, and 50 Cent)?

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Name the legendary soul and Motown icon who headlined the Super Bowl XXX halftime show in 1996, dramatically exiting the field suspended from a helicopter.

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Name the California city where the very first Super Bowl halftime show (Super Bowl I) was held in 1967, featuring university marching bands rather than pop stars.

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Who was named MVP of Super Bowl XXXV after leading the Baltimore Ravens' historic defense to a dominant 34-7 victory over the New York Giants?
- Ray Lewis
- Rod Woodson
- Duane Starks
- Jamie Sharper
In Super Bowl L, the Denver Broncos defense dominated the Carolina Panthers. Which Broncos linebacker won the game's MVP award after recording 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles?
- Von Miller
- DeMarcus Ware
- Danny Trevathan
- Brandon Marshall
How many total points did the Washington Redskins score against the Miami Dolphins' "No-Name Defense" in Super Bowl VII?

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The "Steel Curtain" defense of the Pittsburgh Steelers held which opponent to a historic low of just 17 rushing yards in Super Bowl IX?
- Minnesota Vikings
- Dallas Cowboys
- Oakland Raiders
- Los Angeles Rams
Name the legendary Chicago Bears defensive coordinator who designed the revolutionary "46 defense" that dominated the 1985 season and Super Bowl XX.

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Which Seattle Seahawks linebacker won the MVP award in Super Bowl XLVIII after intercepting Peyton Manning and recovering a fumble in their 43-8 blowout of the Broncos?
- Malcolm Smith
- Kam Chancellor
- Bobby Wagner
- K.J. Wright
In Super Bowl LIII, the lowest-scoring game in Super Bowl history, how many total points did the Los Angeles Rams score against the New England Patriots?

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During Super Bowl XX, the Chicago Bears defense set a then-record by registering how many sacks against the New England Patriots?
- 7
- 5
- 9
- 4
Name the Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety who intercepted two Rich Gannon passes to earn MVP honors in Super Bowl XXXVII.

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Which Dallas Cowboys defensive duo shared the co-MVP honors in Super Bowl XII, the only time in Super Bowl history the award was shared?
- Harvey Martin and Randy White
- Ed "Too Tall" Jones and Jethro Pugh
- Mel Renfro and Cliff Harris
- Thomas "Hollywood" Henderson and D.D. Lewis
Who was the charismatic quarterback of the underdog New York Jets who famously guaranteed a victory over the Baltimore Colts before Super Bowl III?
- Johnny Unitas
- Babe Parilli
- Joe Namath
- George Blanda
In Super Bowl XLII, the New York Giants ruined the New England Patriots' quest for a perfect season. Who made the legendary, helmet-assisted catch on the game-winning drive?
- Plaxico Burress
- David Tyree
- Amani Toomer
- Steve Smith
In what calendar year did the New England Patriots pull off their massive upset against the "Greatest Show on Turf" St. Louis Rams in Super Bowl XXXVI?

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Super Bowl XXV ended in heartbreak for the Buffalo Bills when their potential game-winning 47-yard field goal went "wide right." What was the last name of the Bills kicker who missed the shot?
- Steve Christie
- Scott Norwood
- Ray Wersching
- Gary Anderson
Identify the last name of the Denver Broncos head coach who devised the zone-blocking scheme that helped upset the heavily favored Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl XXXII.

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During the Kansas City Chiefs' upset victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl IV, which legendary Chiefs head coach was mic'd up and famously told his players to keep "matriculating the ball down the field"?
- Hank Stram
- Bud Grant
- Vince Lombardi
- Len Dawson
What is the Roman numeral designation of the Super Bowl in which John Elway and the Denver Broncos broke the NFC's 13-game winning streak by upsetting the Green Bay Packers?

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During the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl LII upset of the New England Patriots, what was the name of the trick play that resulted in quarterback Nick Foles catching a touchdown pass?
- Philly Special
- Eagle Shuffle
- Patriot Games
- Philly Flicker
What is the last name of the Hall of Fame defensive end who wore number 92 for the New York Giants and helped terrorize Tom Brady during the Super Bowl XLII upset?

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In Super Bowl XV, the Oakland Raiders became the first wild-card team to win a Super Bowl. Who was their quarterback who threw three touchdowns to win the game's MVP award?
- Ken Stabler
- Jim Plunkett
- Marc Wilson
- Daryle Lamonica
Which acclaimed film director helmed Apple's iconic "1984" Super Bowl commercial?
- Ridley Scott
- Steven Spielberg
- David Fincher
- James Cameron
In the famous 2010 Snickers Super Bowl commercial, which legendary actress plays a cranky, tackled football player before eating the candy bar?
- Betty White
- Cloris Leachman
- Estelle Getty
- Bea Arthur
What type of swamp creatures chanted the name of a major beer brand in a famous 1995 Super Bowl commercial?
- Frogs
- Lizards
- Alligators
- Turtles
Cindy Crawford recreated her iconic 1992 Pepsi Super Bowl ad for the brand's 2018 commercial, but this time she was joined by which family member?
- Her son Presley Gerber
- Her daughter Kaia Gerber
- Her husband Rande Gerber
- Her sister Chris Crawford
In 2011, Volkswagen aired a highly acclaimed Super Bowl ad featuring a child dressed as which iconic movie character trying to use "The Force" on a Passat?
- Darth Vader
- Luke Skywalker
- Yoda
- Stormtrooper
Which actor starred as "The Most Interesting Man in the World" in the Dos Equis advertising campaign that frequently aired during Super Bowl broadcasts?
- Jonathan Goldsmith
- Pierce Brosnan
- Sean Connery
- George Clooney
In what year did Apple's landmark "1984" commercial air during the Super Bowl?

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How many Clydesdale horses traditionally pull the iconic red, white, and gold beer carriage in Budweiser's famous Super Bowl commercials?

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What is the last name of the legendary Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle who starred in the iconic 1979 Coca-Cola commercial where he tosses his game jersey to a young fan?

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Name the American fast-food chain that popularized the catchphrase "Where's the beef?" in a legendary 1984 commercial that aired during the Super Bowl.

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In Super Bowl XXXIV, which St. Louis Rams linebacker made "The Tackle" on Tennessee Titans wide receiver Kevin Dyson at the one-yard line as time expired to secure the championship?
- Mike Jones
- London Fletcher
- Todd Collins
- Dexter Coakley
With 20 seconds remaining in Super Bowl XLIX, which New England Patriots cornerback intercepted Russell Wilson's pass on the goal line to seal a 28-24 victory?
- Malcolm Butler
- Logan Ryan
- Darrelle Revis
- Kyle Arrington
How many yards was Adam Vinatieri's dramatic, game-winning field goal as time expired in Super Bowl XXXVI to defeat the St. Louis Rams?

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Name the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver who made the toe-tapping, game-winning touchdown catch in the corner of the end zone with 35 seconds left in Super Bowl XLIII.

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In Super Bowl XXV, Buffalo Bills kicker Scott Norwood missed a potential game-winning 47-yard field goal with eight seconds remaining. What was the nickname given to this infamous miss?
- Wide Right
- The Drift
- The Heartbreak
- No Good
Who scored the game-winning touchdown in overtime for the New England Patriots to complete their historic 25-point comeback in Super Bowl LI?
- James White
- Julian Edelman
- Danny Amendola
- LeGarrette Blount
In Super Bowl V, rookie kicker Jim O'Brien kicked the game-winning field goal with five seconds remaining to secure a victory for the Baltimore Colts. How many yards was this field goal?

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In Super Bowl XXIII, Joe Montana led a legendary 92-yard drive culminating in a game-winning touchdown pass with 34 seconds left. Which San Francisco 49ers wide receiver caught this pass?
- John Taylor
- Jerry Rice
- Dwight Clark
- Roger Craig
Name the New York Giants quarterback who escaped a near-sack and threw the famous "Helmet Catch" pass to David Tyree during the game-winning drive of Super Bowl XLII.

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In Super Bowl LVIII, which Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver caught the game-winning 3-yard touchdown pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime to defeat the San Francisco 49ers?
- Mecole Hardman
- Travis Kelce
- Rashee Rice
- Marquez Valdes-Scantling
Who holds the record for the most career passing yards in Super Bowl history, throwing for a total of 3,039 yards?
- Joe Montana
- Tom Brady
- Peyton Manning
- John Elway
Which player set the Super Bowl record for the most receptions in a single game, catching 14 passes in Super Bowl LI?
- Jerry Rice
- Demaryius Thomas
- James White
- Wes Welker
What is the record, in yards, for the longest field goal made in Super Bowl history, set by Harrison Butker in Super Bowl LVIII?

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Who holds the career record for the most rushing yards in Super Bowl history with 354 yards across his appearances?
- Emmitt Smith
- Franco Harris
- Marcus Allen
- John Riggins
Name the legendary San Francisco 49ers wide receiver who holds the career record for the most receiving touchdowns in Super Bowl history with 8.

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Who is the only player in NFL history to be named Super Bowl MVP despite playing for the losing team?
- Chuck Howley
- Bob Lilly
- Roger Staubach
- Fran Tarkenton
What is the record for the most points scored by a single team in a Super Bowl game, set by the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XXIV?

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Who holds the record for the longest play in Super Bowl history, executing a 108-yard kickoff return for a touchdown in Super Bowl XLVII?
- Devin Hester
- Desmond Howard
- Jacoby Jones
- Percy Harvin
Name the Hall of Fame quarterback who went out on top by retiring immediately after winning Super Bowl 50 with the Denver Broncos.

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Which team holds the record for the largest comeback victory in Super Bowl history, overcoming a 25-point deficit to win?
- Kansas City Chiefs
- New England Patriots
- New York Giants
- Indianapolis Colts
Which NFL franchise captured five Super Bowl championships during the 1980s and 1990s, led by quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young?
- Dallas Cowboys
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- San Francisco 49ers
- Oakland Raiders
The 1970s Pittsburgh Steelers dynasty, renowned for their formidable "Steel Curtain" defense, won how many Super Bowl titles over a six-year span?
- Three
- Four
- Five
- Two
Who was the legendary head coach who guided the Green Bay Packers to victories in the first two Super Bowls in NFL history?
- Vince Lombardi
- Curly Lambeau
- Tom Landry
- George Halas
Which NFL franchise became the first to win three Super Bowls in a four-year span during the 1990s?
- San Francisco 49ers
- Dallas Cowboys
- Denver Broncos
- Buffalo Bills
Which defensive mastermind designed the famous "46 defense" that propelled the 1985 Chicago Bears to a dominant victory in Super Bowl XX?
- Buddy Ryan
- Mike Ditka
- Vic Fangio
- Wade Phillips
During the New England Patriots' 21st-century dynasty, which NFC team did they defeat in Super Bowl XXXVI to secure their first-ever franchise league title?
- Carolina Panthers
- Philadelphia Eagles
- St. Louis Rams
- Seattle Seahawks
In what calendar year did the Dallas Cowboys win their third Super Bowl of the 1990s decade by defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XXX?

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How many total Super Bowl championships did quarterback Tom Brady win during his historic tenure with the New England Patriots?

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Name the iconic, fedora-wearing head coach who led the Dallas Cowboys to five Super Bowl appearances and two championships during his 29-year tenure.

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Identify the AFC East franchise that completed the only undefeated perfect season in NFL history, culminating in a victory in Super Bowl VII.

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As the defensive coordinator for the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXV, Bill Belichick's game plan, which was placed in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, famously focused on doing what to the Buffalo Bills' offense?
- Allowing Thurman Thomas to run for 100+ yards
- Playing a 4-4 defensive front
- Blitzing Jim Kelly on every third down
- Forcing deep passes to James Lofton
Which Hall of Fame head coach popularized the practice of "scripting" the first 15 to 20 offensive plays of a game, a strategy he used to win three Super Bowls with the San Francisco 49ers?
- Bill Walsh
- Chuck Noll
- Tom Landry
- Don Shula
During Super Bowl IV, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Hank Stram became the first coach to wear a microphone during a Super Bowl. What was the name of his famous, successful trick play that resulted in a Mike Garrett touchdown?
- 65 Toss Power Trap
- 71 Jet Chip Wasp
- Philly Special
- Statue of Liberty
In Super Bowl XLIV, New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton shocked the Indianapolis Colts by calling for an ambush onside kick to start the second half. What was the name of this specific special teams play?
- Ambush
- Surprise
- Shockwave
- Blitz
When Mike Tomlin led the Pittsburgh Steelers to victory in Super Bowl XLIII, he became the youngest head coach to win a Super Bowl at the time. Whom did he surpass for this record?
- Jon Gruden
- Sean McVay
- Brian Billick
- Mike McCarthy
Jimmy Johnson's Dallas Cowboys dominated the early 1990s with a defensive scheme that prioritized speed over size. What was the primary defensive alignment used by defensive coordinator Dave Wannstedt during their Super Bowl XXVII and XXVIII runs?
- 4-3 Defense
- 3-4 Defense
- 46 Defense
- Tampa 2
Don Shula holds the record for the most regular-season wins by an NFL head coach, but how many total Super Bowl games did he coach in during his career with the Colts and Dolphins?

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Legendary Washington Redskins head coach Joe Gibbs won multiple Super Bowls with different starting quarterbacks. How many Super Bowl titles did Gibbs win during his coaching career?

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Identify the innovative defensive alignment created by Dallas Cowboys head coach Tom Landry that positioned defensive tackles slightly off the line of scrimmage to read blocks.

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What is the surname of the colorful head coach who led the "Super Bowl Shuffle" 1985 Chicago Bears to victory in Super Bowl XX?

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