Think you know the NFL beyond the basic Super Bowl facts and team mascots? This trivia set is made for fans who actually watch games, follow the playoffs, remember big awards, and notice when a rookie suddenly changes a franchise.
These NFL trivia questions are built for adults and teenagers who want something a little sharper than easy bar trivia. You will find recent questions, playoff questions, player awards, record moments, franchise history, and a few tough ones that may start a debate before the answer is revealed.
Recent NFL Trivia Questions
- Which team won Super Bowl LIX after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22?
Philadelphia Eagles
- Who was named MVP of Super Bowl LIX?
Jalen Hurts
- Which team did the Philadelphia Eagles defeat in Super Bowl LIX?
Kansas City Chiefs
- Super Bowl LIX was played in which city?
New Orleans
- Which quarterback won the 2024 AP NFL Most Valuable Player award?
Josh Allen
- Which running back led the NFL with 2,005 rushing yards during the 2024 regular season?
Saquon Barkley
- Which quarterback led the NFL in passing yards during the 2024 regular season?
Joe Burrow
- Which wide receiver led the NFL in receiving yards during the 2024 regular season?
Ja’Marr Chase
- Which Washington Commanders quarterback won the 2024 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year award?
Jayden Daniels
- Which Los Angeles Rams pass rusher won the 2024 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award?
Jared Verse
NFL Draft Trivia Questions
- Who was selected No. 1 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Cam Ward
- Which team selected Cam Ward with the first overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Tennessee Titans
- Which college did Cam Ward play for before being drafted No. 1 overall in 2025?
Miami
- Which two-way college star was selected second overall in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Travis Hunter
- Which team traded up to select Travis Hunter second overall in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Jacksonville Jaguars
- Which Penn State edge rusher was selected third overall in the 2025 NFL Draft?
Abdul Carter
- Which quarterback was selected second overall by the Washington Commanders in the 2024 NFL Draft?
Jayden Daniels
- Which team selected Caleb Williams first overall in the 2024 NFL Draft?
Chicago Bears
Super Bowl and Playoff Trivia Questions
- Which team’s attempt at a Super Bowl three-peat was stopped by the Eagles in Super Bowl LIX?
Kansas City Chiefs
- Which team won Super Bowl LVIII in overtime against the San Francisco 49ers?
Kansas City Chiefs
- Who threw the game-winning overtime touchdown pass in Super Bowl LVIII?
Patrick Mahomes
- Which Chiefs receiver caught the walk-off touchdown in overtime of Super Bowl LVIII?
Mecole Hardman
- Which team did the Washington Commanders defeat in the 2024 season playoffs to reach the NFC Championship Game?
Detroit Lions
- Which team eliminated the Buffalo Bills from the 2024 season playoffs?
Kansas City Chiefs
- Which Eagles running back joined the team before the 2024 season and became a major part of their Super Bowl run?
Saquon Barkley
- Which team won Super Bowl LVII after defeating the Philadelphia Eagles 38 to 35?
Kansas City Chiefs
- Who was the MVP of Super Bowl LVII?
Patrick Mahomes
- Which franchise has appeared in more Super Bowls than any other NFL team?
New England Patriots
Fun Fact
The NFL football is nicknamed the “pigskin” because early footballs were made using inflated animal bladders, though modern footballs are made from leather.
Player Awards and Modern NFL Trivia
- Which Broncos cornerback won the 2024 AP Defensive Player of the Year award?
Patrick Surtain II
- Which Eagles running back won the 2024 AP Offensive Player of the Year award?
Saquon Barkley
- Which Bengals quarterback won the 2024 AP Comeback Player of the Year award?
Joe Burrow
- Which Vikings head coach won the 2024 AP Coach of the Year award?
Kevin O’Connell
- Which quarterback won the NFL MVP award for the 2023 season?
Lamar Jackson
- Which Cleveland Browns defensive end won the 2023 AP Defensive Player of the Year award?
Myles Garrett
- Which Houston Texans quarterback won the 2023 AP Offensive Rookie of the Year award?
C.J. Stroud
- Which Houston Texans defensive end won the 2023 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award?
Will Anderson Jr.
Quarterback Trivia Questions
- Which quarterback is the NFL’s all-time leader in regular-season passing touchdowns?
Tom Brady
- Which quarterback is the NFL’s all-time leader in regular-season passing yards?
Tom Brady
- Which quarterback has won the most Super Bowl MVP awards?
Tom Brady
- Which quarterback led the Cincinnati Bengals to a Super Bowl appearance during the 2021 season?
Joe Burrow
- Which quarterback famously won a Super Bowl with the Rams after being traded from the Lions?
Matthew Stafford
- Which quarterback was selected last in the 2022 NFL Draft and later became the 49ers starter?
Brock Purdy
- Which Ravens quarterback became the youngest quarterback to win NFL MVP?
Lamar Jackson
- Which quarterback won NFL MVP in 2011, 2014, 2020, and 2021?
Aaron Rodgers
Franchise and Team History Trivia
- Which franchise has won the most Super Bowls?
Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots are tied with six each
- Which NFL team completed the only perfect season, including the Super Bowl?
1972 Miami Dolphins
- Which team is known as “America’s Team”?
Dallas Cowboys
- Which franchise moved from St. Louis back to Los Angeles in 2016?
Rams
- Which franchise moved from San Diego to Los Angeles in 2017?
Chargers
- Which NFL team plays its home games at Lambeau Field?
Green Bay Packers
- Which team has the “12s” as one of the most famous fan identities in the NFL?
Seattle Seahawks
- Which NFL team’s fan base is known as Bills Mafia?
Buffalo Bills
Defensive and Record Trivia Questions
- Which player holds the official single-season sack record with 22.5 sacks?
Michael Strahan
- Which Steelers pass rusher tied the single-season sack record in 2021?
T.J. Watt
- Which defensive back is the NFL’s all-time interceptions leader?
Paul Krause
- Which player is widely known as “Prime Time”?
Deion Sanders
- Which legendary Giants linebacker is often credited with changing how edge rushers were viewed?
Lawrence Taylor
- Which Ravens linebacker won two Super Bowls and is one of the most famous defensive leaders in NFL history?
Ray Lewis
Hard NFL Trivia Questions
- Which team drafted Patrick Mahomes in 2017?
Kansas City Chiefs
- Which team originally drafted Brett Favre before he became a Packers legend?
Atlanta Falcons
- Which wide receiver is the NFL’s all-time leader in receiving yards?
Jerry Rice
- Which running back is the NFL’s all-time leader in rushing yards?
Emmitt Smith
- Which tight end holds the record for most career receiving yards by a tight end?
Tony Gonzalez
- Which coach has the most Super Bowl wins as a head coach?
Bill Belichick
- Which team defeated the undefeated New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII?
New York Giants
- Who made the famous helmet catch in Super Bowl XLII?
David Tyree
- Which quarterback threw the “Philly Special” touchdown pass in Super Bowl LII?
Trey Burton
- Which Eagles quarterback caught the “Philly Special” touchdown pass?
Nick Foles
- Which team did the Eagles defeat in Super Bowl LII?
New England Patriots
- Which player was named MVP of Super Bowl LII?
Nick Foles
Fun Fact
For a tougher round, remove multiple-choice options completely. NFL fans usually know names, but remembering the exact season, team, or award is where the challenge starts.
Final NFL Trivia Challenge
- Which player has the most career points in NFL history?
Adam Vinatieri
- Which kicker made the game-winning field goal for the Patriots in Super Bowl XXXVI?
Adam Vinatieri
- Which wide receiver caught the game-winning touchdown for the Steelers in Super Bowl XLIII?
Santonio Holmes
- Which Cardinals wide receiver had a legendary postseason run during the 2008 season?
Larry Fitzgerald
- Which Seahawks defensive unit was famously known as the Legion of Boom?
Seattle Seahawks secondary
- Which quarterback led the Seahawks to a Super Bowl XLVIII win?
Russell Wilson
- Which team did the Seahawks defeat 43 to 8 in Super Bowl XLVIII?
Denver Broncos
- Which quarterback was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft?
Trevor Lawrence
- Which receiver won the triple crown in the 2021 NFL season?
Cooper Kupp
- Which team did Cooper Kupp help lead to a Super Bowl LVI victory?
Los Angeles Rams
