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Search for fun and challenge yourself with this sports trivia quiz focused on NFL players! Can you guess the nfl player based on their images alone? From quarterbacks to defensive lineman, test your knowledge and see if you can recognize the faces of these athletes.
Unlike the NBA, the NFL (National Football League) focuses more on promoting teams rather than individual NFL players, making it a bit trickier to identify the stars on the field. Do you have what it takes to pinpoint the key NFL players who make a difference in each game? Put your skills to the test and see if you can match the face to the name in this exciting quiz!
If you're a football fan looking to challenge yourself and show off your knowledge of the game, this quiz is perfect for you! Prove that you're a true NFL aficionado by correctly identifying these players and showcasing your expertise. Get started now and see if you can score a touchdown with your NFL player knowledge!
Who is this NFL(National Football League )tight end?
Rob Gronkowski
Greg Olsen
Travis Kelce
Kyle Rudolph
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Rob Gronkowski has often been criticized for his off-the-field antics. However, between the white lines, he is a force to be reckoned with because of his size and physical nature.
This backup quarterback led the Eagles to the Super Bowl in 2017-18. Who is he?
Dak Prescott
Russell Wilson
Matt Ryan
Nick Foles
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After Carson Wentz went down with an ACL tear, many Eagles fans thought the season was over. Little did they know Nick Foles would step in and have one of the greatest playoff runs of any quarterback to win a Super Bowl.
Once part of the Legion of Boom, who is shown here?
Earl Thomas
Kam Chancellor
Richard Sherman
Brandon Browner
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Richard Sherman was a vocal leader of the Seahawks' defense during their Super Bowl run in 2013-14. Sherman often called out opposing players but was known to criticize his own team as well.
The leader in receiving yards in 2017, which wide receiver is shown here?
Julio Jones
Antonio Brown
Odell Beckham Jr.
DeAndre Hopkins
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During the 2016-17 playoffs, Antonio Brown recorded a video of the Steelers locker room after a victory over the Chiefs. Brown was heavily criticized for the video, which included head coach Mike Tomlin talking about the next game against the Patriots.
This defensive tackle has been unblockable for the Rams. Who is he?
J.J. Watt
Terrell Suggs
Aaron Donald
Julius Peppers
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Since joining the NFL in 2014, Aaron Donald has earned numerous awards for his play. He was named the Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2014 and named the AP Defensive Player of the Year in 2017.
Drafted out of Boston College, who is shown below?
Luke Kuechly
James Harrison
Michael Thomas
Jameis Winston
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Luke Kuechly has anchored the Carolina defense for years. During the 2015-16 season, he helped lead the team to the Super Bowl, though they lost to the Broncos.
This quarterback took over for Brett Favre in Green Bay. Who is he?
Aaron Rodgers
Tom Brady
Andrew Luck
Kirk Cousins
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Aaron Rodgers is an exceptional talent with both in-the-pocket presence and a rocket for an arm. He has earned two NFL MVP awards and won the Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl XLV.
This NFL player called out opposing quarterbacks across the league. Who is he?
Marcus Allen
Jalen Ramsey
Landon Collins
Justin Evans
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Jalen Ramsey played college football at Florida State where he won a national championship in 2013. He was taken as the fifth overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft.
Who is the running back holding out in Pittsburgh because they won't sign him to a long-term deal?
Todd Gurley
David Johnson
Ezekiel Elliot
Le'Veon Bell
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Each year, Le'Veon Bell proves he's the best running back of his generation. However, the Steelers have yet to sign him to a long-term deal, using the franchise tag on Bell in both 2017 and 2018.
Who is this five-time Super Bowl champion quarterback?
Matt Ryan
Cam Newton
Tom Brady
Drew Brees
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Tom Brady has managed to extend his playing career into his early 40s. No quarterback has had success this late in his career, showing just how well Brady takes care of his body.
This running back was taken by the Giants in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft. Who is he?
Alvin Kamara
David Johnson
Ezekiel Elliot
Saquon Barkley
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Saquon Barkley played college football at Penn State where he set several records. Surprisingly, he was taken with the second pick in the 2018 NFL draft by the New York Giants, who many thought would draft a quarterback.
A quarterback with more 5,000-yard seasons than anyone else, who is shown here?
Drew Brees
Matt Ryan
Tyrod Taylor
Mark Sanchez
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Drew Brees spent his first few seasons in the NFL with the Chargers before tearing the labrum in his throwing shoulder. After the injury, the Chargers refused to commit long-term to Brees, forcing the quarterback to look elsewhere.
This NFL player is a three-time Defensive Player of the Year. Who is he?
Akiem Hicks
Leonard Williams
Jurrell Casey
J.J. Watt
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J.J. Watt came into the NFL and quickly made a name for himself as a disruptive force on the defensive line. However, a back injury seems to have slowed him down somewhat, though he is still a productive player.
Drafted third in the 2016 NFL draft, who is this NFL player?
Joey Bosa
Stephon Tuitt
Brandon Williams
Mike Daniels
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Joey Bosa missed the first four games of his rookie season because of a hamstring injury. Still, he finished the season with 10.5 sacks and earned the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award.
This quarterback won the NFL MVP in 2016. Who is he?
Carson Wentz
Dak Prescott
Matt Ryan
Russell Wilson
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During his MVP season, Matt Ryan threw for 4,944 yards and 38 touchdowns. He also advanced to the Super Bowl, but the Falcons lost to the New England Patriots.
This wide receiver has been to seven Pro Bowls. Who is he?
Davante Adams
A.J. Green
Michael Thomas
Keenan Allen
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A.J. Green is one of the most overlooked wide receivers in the NFL. He has had at least 1,000 yards receiving every year except one when he played in only 10 games.
The passing touchdown leader in 2017, who is this NFL player?
Dak Prescott
Carson Wentz
Russell Wilson
Jameis Winston
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An undersized quarterback, Russell Wilson wasn't drafted until the third round. However, he has since proven that size doesn't matter, making it to four Pro Bowls and winning Super Bowl XLVIII.
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This two-time NFL rushing leader helped the Seahawks win a Super Bowl in 2013-14. Who is he?
Leonard Fournette
Marshawn Lynch
Dalvin Cook
Melvin Gordon
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Marshawn Lynch famously ignores the media during interviews. He was heavily criticized for this during Media Day leading up to Super Bowl XLIX when he only gave scripted answers.
This quarterback has been with the Steelers since 2004. Who is he?
Ben Roethlisberger
Jameis Winston
Andrew Luck
Kirk Cousins
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Ben Roethlisberger has been with the Steelers since he was drafted by the team in 2004. He was named Offensive Rookie of the Year that season and has since gone on to win two Super Bowls.
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Not drafted until the third round in 2013, who is this tight end?
Zach Ertz
Travis Kelce
Greg Olsen
Jimmy Graham
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Travis Kelce got into trouble while playing college football at Cincinnati for partying during Bowl Week. He was almost thrown off the team but managed to earn his way back.
This Cardinals player missed most of the 2017 season because of an injury. Who is he?
Jimmy Graham
Jameis Winston
David Johnson
Alvin Kamara
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While playing college football at Northern Iowa, David Johnson rushed for more than 1,000 yards in three different seasons. He finished his college career with 4,682 rushing yards and 49 rushing touchdowns.
The first overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft, who is this quarterback?
Jared Goff
Andrew Luck
Kirk Cousins
Andy Dalton
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After his rookie season, Jared Goff seemed like a bust for the Rams' franchise. However, with a coaching change following that season, Goff exploded his second year in the league, passing for 3,804 yards.
Playing free safety for the New England Patriots, who is this NFLplayer?
Mike Daniels
Devin McCourty
Akiem Hicks
Cameron Heyward
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Devin McCourty has been the starting safety for the New England Patriots since his rookie season in 2010. He has helped anchor a defense that has won two Super Bowls since he joined the team.
Drafted out of Tennessee, who is this running back?
Alvin Kamara
Leonard Fourette
Dalvin Cook
Joe Mixon
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Alvin Kamara is a dual-threat running back for the Saints. In 2017, his first season in the league, Kamara rushed for more than 700 yards and caught passes for more than 800 yards.
This offensive tackle went from protecting Tom Brady to protecting Eli Manning. Who is he?
Tyron Smith
Zack Martin
Travis Frederick
Nate Solder
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The Giants offensive line couldn't get much worse than it was in 2017. With the addition of players like Nate Solder, the team hopes to get back to running the football and protecting Eli Manning.
The NFL Comeback Player of the Year in 2011, who is this NFL player?
Kareem Hunt
Mike Daniels
Matthew Stafford
Andrew Luck
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Matthew Stafford is one of only a few quarterbacks to throw for more than 5,000 yards in a season. Stafford accomplished this in 2011 after coming off of a shoulder injury.