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Study Guide: Erasmus James: Football Career and Statistics

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Erasmus James: Football Career and Statistics Study Guide

Background and Early Life

Erasmus James was born in the United States and subsequently relocated to Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James was born in Saint Kitts and Nevis, not the United States.

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Erasmus James was born on November 4, 1982.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James's date of birth is November 4, 1982.

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In which country was Erasmus James born?

Answer: Saint Kitts and Nevis

Explanation: Erasmus James was born in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

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College Career at Wisconsin

Erasmus James played college football as a wide receiver for the Wisconsin Badgers.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James played college football as a defensive end for the Wisconsin Badgers, not as a wide receiver.

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During his college career, Erasmus James recorded more sacks than tackles for loss.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James recorded 18 sacks and 25.5 tackles for loss during his college career, meaning he had more tackles for loss than sacks.

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Erasmus James earned the nickname "the Eraser" due to his proficiency in eliminating opponents' plays.

Answer: True

Explanation: The nickname "the Eraser" was given to Erasmus James by his college teammates because of his effectiveness in sacking opposing quarterbacks, thereby erasing their offensive plays.

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In 2004, Erasmus James was honored as the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year.

Answer: False

Explanation: In 2004, Erasmus James received defensive accolades, including Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year, not the offensive award.

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Erasmus James recorded 25.5 sacks during his college career at Wisconsin.

Answer: False

Explanation: During his college career at Wisconsin, Erasmus James recorded 18 sacks, not 25.5.

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Erasmus James played alongside Anttaj Hawthorne and Jonathan Clinkscale on the defensive line at Wisconsin.

Answer: True

Explanation: Anttaj Hawthorne and Jonathan Clinkscale were indeed Erasmus James's defensive line teammates at the University of Wisconsin.

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Erasmus James was recognized as a consensus first-team All-American in his junior year of college football.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James was recognized as a consensus first-team All-American following his senior season in 2004, not his junior year.

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Erasmus James's college nickname, "the Eraser," was attributed to his exceptional blocking ability.

Answer: False

Explanation: The nickname "the Eraser" was given to Erasmus James due to his proficiency in sacking opposing quarterbacks, not his blocking ability.

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Erasmus James's college nickname, "the Eraser," was attributed to his proficiency in sacking opposing quarterbacks.

Answer: True

Explanation: The nickname "the Eraser" was earned by Erasmus James due to his effectiveness in sacking opposing quarterbacks.

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Erasmus James's college defensive line teammates included Anttaj Hawthorne and Jonathan Clinkscale.

Answer: True

Explanation: Anttaj Hawthorne and Jonathan Clinkscale were indeed Erasmus James's defensive line teammates at the University of Wisconsin.

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Which college football team did Erasmus James represent?

Answer: Wisconsin Badgers

Explanation: Erasmus James played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers.

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What was Erasmus James's primary nickname during his college football career?

Answer: The Eraser

Explanation: Erasmus James's primary nickname during his college career was "the Eraser."

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Which of the following was not among the honors Erasmus James received in 2004?

Answer: Outland Trophy Winner

Explanation: Erasmus James was not an Outland Trophy Winner in 2004; he received other significant accolades like Consensus first-team All-American and Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year.

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What was Erasmus James's career total for forced fumbles during his college tenure?

Answer: 7

Explanation: Erasmus James's career total for forced fumbles in college was seven.

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Which award did Erasmus James win in 2004 that specifically recognized outstanding defensive players?

Answer: Bill Willis Trophy

Explanation: In 2004, Erasmus James received the Bill Willis Trophy, an award presented to outstanding defensive players.

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What was the basis for Erasmus James's college nickname?

Answer: His ability to sack quarterbacks

Explanation: Erasmus James's college nickname, "the Eraser," was derived from his proficiency in sacking opposing quarterbacks.

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How many tackles for loss did Erasmus James record during his college career?

Answer: 25.5

Explanation: Erasmus James recorded 25.5 tackles for loss during his college career.

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Which of the following college honors did Erasmus James receive in 2004?

Answer: Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year

Explanation: In 2004, Erasmus James received the Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year award.

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NFL Draft and Combine Performance

Erasmus James was selected 18th overall in the 2005 NFL draft by the Green Bay Packers.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James was selected 18th overall in the 2005 NFL draft by the Minnesota Vikings, not the Green Bay Packers.

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Erasmus James's NFL combine performance included a 40-yard dash time slower than 5.0 seconds.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James's 40-yard dash time at the NFL Combine was 4.81 seconds, which is indeed slower than 5.0 seconds.

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Erasmus James's height was recorded as 1.93 meters at the NFL Combine.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James's height was measured at 1.93 meters (6 feet 4 1/8 inches) at the NFL Combine.

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Erasmus James's vertical jump at the NFL Combine was measured at 37.5 inches.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James's vertical jump at the NFL Combine was indeed measured at 37.5 inches.

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Erasmus James's three-cone drill time at the NFL Combine was 7.56 seconds.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James's three-cone drill time at the NFL Combine was recorded as 7.56 seconds.

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Who drafted Erasmus James in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft?

Answer: Minnesota Vikings

Explanation: Erasmus James was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 2005 NFL Draft.

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Which of the following was a strength drill result for Erasmus James at the NFL Combine?

Answer: Bench Press: 325 pounds

Explanation: Erasmus James's strength drill result at the NFL Combine included a bench press of 325 pounds.

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What was Erasmus James's weight in kilograms as measured at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 119 kg

Explanation: Erasmus James's weight at the NFL Combine was 119 kg.

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What was Erasmus James's 40-yard dash time as recorded at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 4.81 seconds

Explanation: Erasmus James's 40-yard dash time at the NFL Combine was 4.81 seconds.

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What was Erasmus James's broad jump measurement at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 10 feet 2 inches

Explanation: Erasmus James's broad jump measurement at the NFL Combine was 10 feet 2 inches.

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What was Erasmus James's squat result as recorded at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 600 pounds

Explanation: Erasmus James's squat result at the NFL Combine was 600 pounds.

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What was Erasmus James's 20-yard shuttle time as recorded at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 4.44 seconds

Explanation: Erasmus James's 20-yard shuttle time at the NFL Combine was 4.44 seconds.

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What was Erasmus James's height in feet and inches as measured at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 6 feet 4 1/8 inches

Explanation: Erasmus James's height at the NFL Combine was measured at 6 feet 4 1/8 inches.

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What was Erasmus James's bench press result as recorded at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 325 pounds

Explanation: Erasmus James's bench press result at the NFL Combine was 325 pounds.

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NFL Career Overview

Erasmus James's rookie NFL season in 2005 was significantly affected by injuries.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James's rookie season in 2005 was not hampered by injuries; rather, injuries significantly limited his playing time in the subsequent 2006 and 2007 seasons.

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The Minnesota Vikings initially planned to waive Erasmus James in May 2008; however, this decision was rescinded following a trade offer from the Washington Redskins.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Minnesota Vikings intended to waive Erasmus James in May 2008, but this plan was altered when the Washington Redskins presented a trade offer for him.

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Erasmus James played for the Washington Redskins in 2009 and recorded one sack.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James played for the Washington Redskins in 2008, appearing in five games without recording any statistics. He was waived by the team in December 2008 and did not play for them in 2009.

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Across his entire NFL career, Erasmus James accumulated 37 tackles and 5 sacks.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James's NFL career statistics include a total of 37 tackles and 5 sacks over 28 games played.

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Erasmus James forced seven fumbles during his NFL career.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James forced one fumble during his NFL career, not seven.

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Erasmus James was traded to the Washington Redskins for a guaranteed fourth-round draft pick.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James was traded to the Washington Redskins in exchange for a conditional seventh-round draft pick, not a guaranteed fourth-round pick.

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Erasmus James recorded two fumble recoveries during his NFL career.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James did not record any fumble recoveries during his NFL career; he had zero.

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Erasmus James recorded 37 total tackles and 5 sacks during his tenure with the Minnesota Vikings.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James recorded 37 total tackles and 5 sacks during his time with the Minnesota Vikings.

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What position did Erasmus James primarily occupy during his professional American football career?

Answer: Defensive End

Explanation: Erasmus James played as a defensive end during his professional American football career.

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What significant factor limited Erasmus James's playing time during the 2006 and 2007 NFL seasons?

Answer: Injuries

Explanation: Injuries significantly limited Erasmus James's playing time during the 2006 and 2007 NFL seasons.

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What compensation did the Washington Redskins provide to the Minnesota Vikings for Erasmus James in May 2008?

Answer: A conditional seventh-round draft pick

Explanation: The Washington Redskins provided a conditional seventh-round draft pick to the Minnesota Vikings for Erasmus James in May 2008.

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How many sacks did Erasmus James record across his entire NFL career?

Answer: 5

Explanation: Erasmus James recorded 5 sacks in his entire NFL career.

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How many games did Erasmus James play for the Washington Redskins in 2008?

Answer: 5

Explanation: Erasmus James played in five games for the Washington Redskins in 2008.

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How many pass deflections did Erasmus James record during his NFL career?

Answer: 2

Explanation: Erasmus James recorded two pass deflections in his NFL career.

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What was Erasmus James's total number of tackles across his NFL career?

Answer: 37

Explanation: Erasmus James's total number of tackles in his NFL career was 37.

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How many assisted tackles did Erasmus James record during his NFL career?

Answer: 7

Explanation: Erasmus James recorded 7 assisted tackles during his NFL career.

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Post-NFL and Legal Matters

Erasmus James played for the New Mexico Stars in the National Football League (NFL) after his tenure with the Washington Redskins.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James played for the New Mexico Stars in the Indoor Football League (IFL) in 2012, not in the National Football League (NFL).

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Erasmus James was classified as a felon because he failed to complete his NFL contract.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James was classified as a felon in March 2012 due to his failure to complete a required anger management program, not for failing an NFL contract.

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Erasmus James played his final professional football season in 2012 for the New Mexico Stars.

Answer: True

Explanation: Erasmus James played for the New Mexico Stars of the Indoor Football League (IFL) in 2012, which marked his final professional football season.

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Erasmus James played in the Indoor Football League (IFL) before joining the Minnesota Vikings.

Answer: False

Explanation: Erasmus James played in the Indoor Football League (IFL) in 2012, which was after his NFL career, not before joining the Minnesota Vikings.

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Erasmus James was arrested in November 2009 for a minor traffic violation.

Answer: False

Explanation: In November 2009, Erasmus James was arrested and charged with felony battery following an incident involving a bar fight in Madison, not for a minor traffic violation.

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What led to Erasmus James being classified as a felon in March 2012?

Answer: Not completing a required anger management program

Explanation: Erasmus James was classified as a felon in March 2012 because he did not complete the required elements of an anger management program.

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Which indoor professional football league did Erasmus James participate in after his NFL career?

Answer: Indoor Football League (IFL)

Explanation: Erasmus James played in the Indoor Football League (IFL) after his NFL career.

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What was the outcome for Erasmus James regarding the program for first-time offenders he entered?

Answer: He did not complete the required program elements.

Explanation: Erasmus James did not complete the required program elements for first-time offenders.

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