NFL Expansion Team History

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NFL expansion team history All-Star / All-Pro 10 Questions

Ten fact-checked questions about NFL expansion team history. Test your knowledge and use the hints when you need them.

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Quiz questions

Which NFL expansion team began play in 2002?
- Houston Texans
- Carolina Panthers
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Seattle Seahawks
Which two expansion teams began play in 1995?
- Seahawks and Buccaneers
- Falcons and Saints
- Texans and Ravens
- Carolina Panthers and Jacksonville Jaguars
Which two expansion teams began play in 1976?
- Seattle Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Falcons and Saints
- Panthers and Jaguars
- Cowboys and Vikings
Which expansion franchise began play in 1967?
- Dallas Cowboys
- New Orleans Saints
- Atlanta Falcons
- Minnesota Vikings
Which expansion franchise began play in 1966?
- Miami Dolphins
- Minnesota Vikings
- Atlanta Falcons
- New Orleans Saints
Which NFL expansion team began play in 1961?
- Dallas Cowboys
- Atlanta Falcons
- New Orleans Saints
- Minnesota Vikings
Which NFL expansion team began play in 1960?
- Dallas Cowboys
- Minnesota Vikings
- Atlanta Falcons
- Seattle Seahawks
How many players did both Seattle and Tampa Bay select in the 1976 expansion draft?
- 25 each
- 32 each
- 45 each
- 39 each
Who was the Seattle Seahawks’ first head coach?
- Tom Flores
- Jack Patera
- Chuck Knox
- Mike Holmgren
Who was the first selection in the Houston Texans’ 2002 expansion draft?
- David Carr
- Gary Walker
- Aaron Glenn
- Tony Boselli