Football General Knowledge
What is an interception?
When an opponent in bounds catches a forward or backward pass or a fumble that has not touched the ground.
Name 3 players for the Kansas City Chiefs
Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones,
Nick Bolton, Harrison Butker, Creed Humphrey,
Name one item of the football uniforms
Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Jersey, Cleats
How do NFL teams earn a spot in the Super Bowl?
NFL teams earn a spot in the Super Bowl by winning their conference's championship game. The AFC and NFC championship games determine which teams will represent each conference in the Super Bowl.
Name 4 NFL teams!
Kansas City Chiefs, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots
What is a touch down?
When a player carries the ball across the goal line, resulting in six points
What is the name of the Kansas City Stadium?
Arrowhead Stadium
How many teams are in the NFL?
32 teams
Since 2025 how many Super Bowls have there been?
As of 2025, there have been 59 Super Bowls. The first Super Bowl was played on January 15, 1967, and the Green Bay Packers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 35-10.
What is the team's name in Baltimore?
Ravens
What does the cornerback do?
Cornerbacks line up in the defensive backfield across from wide receivers. In a standard defensive formation, there are two cornerbacks.
How many super bowls have the Chiefs won?
How many yards is the football field?
120 yards
Which two teams have won the most Super Bowls?
The Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots have won the most Super Bowls, with each team taking home 6 Lombardi Trophies.
What year did the NFL start having cheerleaders?
First NFL cheerleaders: The Baltimore Colts were the first NFL team to have cheerleaders in 1954
How often do players kickoff during the game?
The play at the beginning of each half, or following most scores that starts the action.
What year was Patrick Mahomes drafted?
The Chiefs drafted quarterback Patrick Mahomes in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
What is it called when a football player on the offense moves just prior to the snap?
False start
In 1967 (The first official Super Bowl) how many dollars did tickets cost?
The very first Super Bowl ticket in 1967 cost $12.
Who is the oldest coach in the NFL? (Give a team name if you can't think of coach's names).
Pete Carroll is the oldest NFL coach in 2025. He will be 74 years old. Pete Carroll is the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders
How many offensive players are on the field at a time?
11 players
What was the original name for the chiefs?
The Chiefs were originally called the Dallas Texans and played in the American Football League (AFL) from 1960 to 1962.
which team is the oldest team to hold its original team name?
The Green Bay Packers are the oldest team that still holds its original name. The team was established in 1919 and has never been renamed or relocated.
How many teams have never made it to the super bowl?
Four NFL teams have never played in the Super Bowl: Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, Houston Texans, and Jacksonville Jaguars.
Who is the fastest running back in the NFL?
De'Von Achane of the Miami Dolphins is considered the fastest running back in the NFL.
Achane's speed is considered explosive. In 2021, he was clocked at 22.2 mph on a kick return for a touchdown.