NFL and Football Basics: 10-Question Trivia Quiz

Ten original, explained questions to test your knowledge of nfl trivia questions.

Choose one answer per question. There’s no timer. You can skip a question; unanswered questions count as incorrect.

QUESTION 01How many points is a touchdown worth before the extra-point attempt?

SixThreeFourSeven

QUESTION 02What is the length of the field of play between the two goal lines in American football?

80 yards90 yards120 yards100 yards

QUESTION 03What is the name of the area beyond each goal line where touchdowns are scored?

Center circlePenalty boxService boxEnd zone

QUESTION 04Which player typically receives the snap and directs the passing offense?

QuarterbackKickerCornerbackPunter

QUESTION 05How many downs does an offense normally get to gain ten yards for a new first down?

ThreeFiveFourTwo

QUESTION 06What do the letters NFL stand for?

National Football LeagueNational Field LeagueNew Football LeagueNational Football Ladder

QUESTION 07Which trophy is awarded to the Super Bowl-winning team?

Heisman TrophyVince Lombardi TrophyStanley CupLarry O’Brien Trophy

QUESTION 08What is the NFL championship game commonly called?

Final FourStanley Cup FinalSuper BowlWorld Series

QUESTION 09What is the term for a defensive player tackling the quarterback behind the line of scrimmage on a passing play?

SackAssistHome runRebound

QUESTION 10What is the term for kicking the ball to the other team, often on fourth down?

Free throwCorner kickPuntPitch

Keep your curiosity going.