College Football Coaches

Description: Test your knowledge about the legendary coaches who have shaped the world of college football.
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Which coach led the University of Alabama to 13 SEC championships and 6 national titles during his tenure?

  1. Nick Saban

  2. Paul W. Bryant

  3. Bear Bryant

  4. Gene Stallings


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nick Saban is widely regarded as one of the greatest college football coaches of all time, having achieved remarkable success at Alabama.

Who is the winningest coach in NCAA Division I FBS history?

  1. Urban Meyer

  2. Bobby Bowden

  3. Joe Paterno

  4. Nick Saban


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Joe Paterno accumulated 409 wins during his 46-year tenure as head coach at Penn State University.

Which coach guided the University of Michigan to 11 national championships, including 9 consecutive titles from 1901 to 1909?

  1. Bo Schembechler

  2. Rich Rodriguez

  3. Lloyd Carr

  4. Fielding H. Yost


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fielding H. Yost established Michigan as a dominant force in college football during the early 20th century.

Who is the only coach to win national championships at three different schools (Ohio State, Florida, and LSU)?

  1. Urban Meyer

  2. Nick Saban

  3. Bobby Bowden

  4. Bear Bryant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Urban Meyer achieved unprecedented success at multiple schools, leaving a lasting legacy in college football.

Which coach led the University of Oklahoma to 7 national championships, including 5 consecutive titles from 1955 to 1959?

  1. Barry Switzer

  2. Bob Stoops

  3. Bud Wilkinson

  4. Brent Venables


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bud Wilkinson's Oklahoma Sooners dominated college football in the 1950s, establishing a dynasty that is still remembered today.

Who is the only coach to win back-to-back national championships with two different schools (Notre Dame and Alabama)?

  1. Frank Leahy

  2. Nick Saban

  3. Knute Rockne

  4. Ara Parseghian


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Nick Saban's ability to achieve success at multiple schools showcases his exceptional coaching abilities.

Which coach guided the University of Nebraska to 5 national championships and 12 conference titles during his tenure?

  1. Tom Osborne

  2. Bob Devaney

  3. Frank Solich

  4. Scott Frost


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tom Osborne led Nebraska to unprecedented success, establishing the program as a powerhouse in college football.

Who is the only coach to win a national championship in his first season as head coach at two different schools (Ohio State and LSU)?

  1. Les Miles

  2. Nick Saban

  3. Urban Meyer

  4. Ed Orgeron


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Urban Meyer's immediate success at both Ohio State and LSU demonstrates his remarkable coaching prowess.

Which coach led the University of Florida to 2 national championships and 8 SEC titles during his tenure?

  1. Steve Spurrier

  2. Urban Meyer

  3. Billy Napier

  4. Will Muschamp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Steve Spurrier's innovative offensive schemes and charismatic personality made him a legendary figure in college football.

Who is the only coach to win a national championship at a historically black college or university (HBCU)?

  1. Eddie Robinson

  2. Deion Sanders

  3. Art Shell

  4. Marv Levy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eddie Robinson's remarkable achievements at Grambling State University broke barriers and inspired generations of athletes and coaches.

Which coach led the University of Southern California (USC) to 11 national championships, including 7 consecutive titles from 1928 to 1934?

  1. John McKay

  2. Pete Carroll

  3. Howard Jones

  4. Clay Helton


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Howard Jones' USC teams dominated college football in the early 20th century, establishing a legacy of excellence.

Who is the only coach to win a national championship at a military academy (Army)?

  1. Earl Blaik

  2. Red Blaik

  3. Vince Lombardi

  4. Bob Sutton


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Earl Blaik led Army to a national championship in 1945, showcasing the discipline and teamwork of his players.

Which coach guided the University of Notre Dame to 11 national championships, including 4 consecutive titles from 1924 to 1927?

  1. Knute Rockne

  2. Frank Leahy

  3. Lou Holtz

  4. Brian Kelly


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Knute Rockne's innovative coaching methods and charismatic leadership made him a legend at Notre Dame.

Who is the only coach to win a national championship at a non-Power Five conference school (Boise State)?

  1. Chris Petersen

  2. Bryan Harsin

  3. Gus Malzahn

  4. Jeff Tedford


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chris Petersen's success at Boise State proved that non-Power Five schools could compete at the highest level of college football.

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