History of College Nicknames
Until 1929, Ball State was known as the "Hoosieroons" but then switched to this red bird--probably a good idea.
What are the Cardinals?
While it was still a Dutch colony, New York was known by this name.
What is New Amsterdam?
This country is the smallest in the world and is home to the Catholic Pope.
What is Vatican City?
This star rapper out of Chicago, IL is responsible for hits such as "Martin and Gina" and "Flex (ft. Juice WRLD)".
Who is Polo G?
This QB was taken first overall in 2010 out of Oklahoma but only lasted until 2014 with the Rams.
Who is Sam Bradford?
Miami (OH) changed their nickname to redhawks in '97 after it was previously this term for a Native American.
What are Redskins?
In honor of the U.S. celebrating its centennial, France gifted this statue to the U.S. where it was assembled on Ellis Island, NY and still stands today.
What is the Statue of Liberty?
This European country is the 2nd smallest in the world and has a land area of 0.78 square miles--it also borders France.
What is Monaco?
This rapper just watched at his 2021 concert as loads of young fans died--also he's been on and off with Kylie Jenner.
Who is Travis (Fortnite) Scott?
This QB spent his lone season with the Rams in 2015--starting 11 games before later becoming the Super Bowl LII hero for the Eagles.
Who is Nick Foles?
Wally Wabash is the mascot of Wabash College who has this oxymoron as their nickname.
What are the Little Giants?
This pizzeria was the first to open in the U.S. in 1895--and it was in NY!
What is Lombardi's?
This duo of islands is the smallest in North America--and is home to mountains, beaches, volcanoes as well as its capital, Basseterre which has a population of 14k.
What is St. Kitts and Nevis?
This rapper got his start with the rap group "N.W.A." (don't ask me what it stands for) and his since had a successful film career starring in Boyz n the Hood and Are We There Yet?
Who is Ice Cube?
This QB was drafted in the 7th round by the Rams in '05 and spent his first two seasons there--now he has played for 8 other teams and is currently on the WFT.
Who is Ryan "Fitzmagic" Fitzpatrick?
Prior to being called the "Banana Slugs" UC Santa Cruz were known as this marine mammal.
What are the Sea Lions?
This riot broke out in 1922 due to the fact that men were wearing this type of hat past the date it was deemed socially acceptable--many were arrested and injured in the aftermath.
What is the Straw Hat Riots?
This East African archipelago is the smallest African country and became independent from the British in 1976 although the French were also previously settled there.
What is Seychelles?
Is he black? It's debatable. Nonetheless, the 31 year old has had a successful career with hits such as "1800-273-8255".
Who is Logic?
This QB lasted almost 10 seasons in St. Louis--his last being 2009-- and finished with the most completions in Rams history.
Who is Marc Bulger?
Prior to being called the huskies, the University of Washington was called this name due to the fact that Seattle often rains.
What is the Sun Dodgers?
This building is the oldest in New York as it dates back to 1642--it is now a museum to celebrate NYC's Dutch heritage.
What is the Wyckoff House Museum?
This Polynesian island, home to around 11,000 citizens, consists of 9 populated islands.
What is Tuvalu?
This rapper sadly passed in 2021--years after the release of his debut album "It's Dark and Hell is Hot" in '98.
Who is DMX?
In the 2014 season, Austin Davis started 8 games and this QB started the other 8--he threw for 8 TDs and 7 Ints.
Who is Shaun Hill?