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Study Guide: James Starks: NFL Career and College

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James Starks: NFL Career and College Study Guide

Early Life and Collegiate Career

James Starks was born on February 25, 1986, in Buffalo, New York.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source indicates James Starks was born in Niagara Falls, New York, not Buffalo.

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James Starks attended the University of Miami for his college football career.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks attended the University at Buffalo for his college football career.

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During his senior year of high school, James Starks was recognized with All-State honors and rushed for over 1,500 yards.

Answer: False

Explanation: During his senior year of high school, James Starks earned All-Western New York honors and rushed for 1,048 yards, not All-State honors or over 1,500 yards.

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In track and field during high school, James Starks excelled in the shot put and discus events.

Answer: False

Explanation: In track and field during high school, James Starks excelled in the long jump and the 100-meter dash, not shot put and discus.

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James Starks set the career rushing record for the Buffalo Bulls with 3,140 yards.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks set the career rushing record for the Buffalo Bulls with 3,140 yards.

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James Starks achieved his first 1,000-yard rushing season in college during his junior year.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks achieved his first 1,000-yard rushing season in college during his sophomore year.

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As a freshman, James Starks was named to the first-team All-MAC.

Answer: False

Explanation: As a freshman, James Starks was named to the second-team All-MAC.

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James Starks missed his entire senior season in college due to academic ineligibility.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source indicates that James Starks missed his senior season in college due to a shoulder injury, not academic ineligibility.

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James Starks is a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks is a member of the Phi Beta Sigma fraternity.

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In his 2007 college season, James Starks rushed for 1,103 yards and scored 12 touchdowns.

Answer: True

Explanation: In the 2007 season, James Starks rushed for 1,103 yards and scored 12 touchdowns.

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James Starks accumulated 3,140 rushing yards and 40 rushing touchdowns over his college career.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks accumulated 3,140 rushing yards and 34 rushing touchdowns over his college career, not 40 touchdowns.

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In which city and state was James Starks born?

Answer: Niagara Falls, New York

Explanation: James Starks was born in Niagara Falls, New York.

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James Starks attended which university for his college football career?

Answer: University of Buffalo

Explanation: James Starks attended the University at Buffalo for his college football career.

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Which of these sports did James Starks participate in during high school, besides football?

Answer: Track and Field

Explanation: In high school, James Starks participated in track and field in addition to football.

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What significant rushing record did James Starks set during his college career at Buffalo?

Answer: Career rushing record

Explanation: James Starks set the career rushing record for the Buffalo Bulls.

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Why did James Starks not play during his senior season in college?

Answer: He suffered a shoulder injury.

Explanation: James Starks did not play in his senior season due to a shoulder injury.

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What honor did James Starks receive from the Mid-American Conference (MAC) during his freshman year?

Answer: Second-team All-MAC

Explanation: As a freshman, James Starks was named to the second-team All-MAC.

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NFL Draft and Entry

James Starks was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the third round of the 2010 NFL draft.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the sixth round of the 2010 NFL draft.

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James Starks was considered a highly-rated recruit coming out of high school, receiving multiple scholarship offers.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks was considered a two-star recruit and received only one scholarship offer from the University at Buffalo.

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In which round of the 2010 NFL draft was James Starks selected?

Answer: Sixth Round

Explanation: James Starks was selected in the sixth round of the 2010 NFL draft.

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Which player was NOT mentioned as part of the Green Bay Packers' 2010 draft class alongside James Starks?

Answer: Aaron Rodgers

Explanation: The Green Bay Packers' 2010 draft class included James Starks, Bryan Bulaga, Mike Neal, and Morgan Burnett. Aaron Rodgers was drafted by the Packers in 2005 and was not part of the 2010 class.

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Green Bay Packers Career

James Starks played his entire professional football career as a linebacker in the NFL.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks played his entire professional NFL career as a running back.

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Throughout his NFL career, James Starks played exclusively for the Green Bay Packers.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks played his entire NFL career for the Green Bay Packers.

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James Starks was a key player on the Green Bay Packers team that won Super Bowl XLV.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks was a member of the Green Bay Packers team that won Super Bowl XLV.

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James Starks made his NFL debut on November 9, 2010, against the San Francisco 49ers.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks made his NFL debut on December 5, 2010, against the San Francisco 49ers.

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James Starks broke the Green Bay Packers' rookie post-season record for rushing yards in his first NFL playoff game.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks broke the Green Bay Packers' rookie post-season record for rushing yards in his first NFL playoff game.

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James Starks scored his first NFL touchdown against the New England Patriots in the NFC Championship game.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks scored his first NFL touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the NFC Championship game.

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In Super Bowl XLV, James Starks rushed for 52 yards against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Answer: True

Explanation: In Super Bowl XLV, James Starks rushed for 52 yards on 11 carries against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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James Starks led the Packers in rushing yards during the 2011 season with 578 yards.

Answer: True

Explanation: In the 2011 season, James Starks led the Packers in rushing yards with 578 yards.

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An ankle injury caused James Starks to miss three games during the 2011 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: An ankle injury caused James Starks to miss three games during the 2011 season.

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James Starks signed a two-year contract worth $3.165 million before the 2014 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Before the 2014 season, James Starks signed a two-year contract worth $3.165 million.

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Eddie Lacy's conditioning issues contributed to James Starks receiving more starting opportunities in the 2015 season.

Answer: True

Explanation: Eddie Lacy's conditioning issues contributed to James Starks receiving more starting opportunities in the 2015 season.

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In the 2015 season, James Starks achieved career highs in rushing yards, receiving yards, and touchdowns.

Answer: True

Explanation: During the 2015 season, James Starks registered career-high totals in rushing yards, receiving yards, and touchdowns.

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James Starks was released by the Green Bay Packers on February 7, 2017, due to a non-football injury designation.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks was released by the Green Bay Packers on February 7, 2017, after seven seasons with the team, and his release was designated as a non-football injury.

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Aaron Rodgers was the Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl XLV.

Answer: True

Explanation: Aaron Rodgers was the Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl XLV.

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James Starks wore the number 44 for the Green Bay Packers during their Super Bowl XLV championship season.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks wore the number 44 for the Green Bay Packers during their Super Bowl XLV championship season.

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What position did James Starks play in the National Football League?

Answer: Running Back

Explanation: James Starks played as a running back in the National Football League.

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Which NFL team did James Starks play for during his entire professional career?

Answer: Green Bay Packers

Explanation: James Starks played his entire NFL career for the Green Bay Packers.

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What major championship did James Starks win as a member of the Green Bay Packers?

Answer: Super Bowl XLV

Explanation: James Starks won Super Bowl XLV as a member of the Green Bay Packers.

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When did James Starks make his NFL debut?

Answer: December 5, 2010, against the San Francisco 49ers

Explanation: James Starks made his NFL debut on December 5, 2010, against the San Francisco 49ers.

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What record did James Starks break in his first NFL playoff game?

Answer: Most rushing yards in a single playoff game for the Packers

Explanation: In his first NFL playoff game, James Starks broke the Green Bay Packers' rookie post-season record for rushing yards.

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Against which team did James Starks score his first NFL touchdown?

Answer: Chicago Bears

Explanation: James Starks scored his first NFL touchdown against the Chicago Bears.

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How did James Starks perform in Super Bowl XLV?

Answer: 11 carries for 52 yards

Explanation: In Super Bowl XLV, James Starks had 11 carries for 52 yards.

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What injury did James Starks sustain that caused him to miss three games in the 2011 season?

Answer: Ankle injury

Explanation: An ankle injury caused James Starks to miss three games in the 2011 season.

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What was the approximate value of James Starks's two-year contract signed before the 2014 season?

Answer: $3.165 million

Explanation: Before the 2014 season, James Starks signed a two-year contract worth $3.165 million.

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What factor, besides Starks's good health, contributed to him getting more starting opportunities in 2015?

Answer: Eddie Lacy's reduced playing time due to conditioning issues

Explanation: Eddie Lacy's reduced playing time due to conditioning issues contributed to James Starks getting more starting opportunities in 2015.

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What was the reason given for James Starks's release by the Green Bay Packers in February 2017?

Answer: Non-football injury designation

Explanation: James Starks was released by the Green Bay Packers in February 2017 due to a non-football injury designation.

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Who was the Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl XLV?

Answer: Aaron Rodgers

Explanation: Aaron Rodgers was the Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl XLV.

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What jersey number did James Starks wear during the Green Bay Packers' Super Bowl XLV championship season?

Answer: 44

Explanation: James Starks wore the number 44 for the Green Bay Packers during their Super Bowl XLV championship season.

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Which of the following was NOT a factor mentioned for Eddie Lacy's reduced playing time in 2015, leading to more opportunities for Starks?

Answer: Ankle injury

Explanation: The source indicates that Eddie Lacy's reduced playing time in 2015 was attributed to conditioning issues and curfew violations. Ankle injury was not mentioned as a reason for Lacy's reduced playing time.

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Career Statistics and Performance

James Starks recorded 2,506 receiving yards and 9 receiving touchdowns in his NFL regular season career.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks recorded 1,017 receiving yards and 6 receiving touchdowns in his NFL regular season career.

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James Starks's career regular season average yards per carry was 4.1.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks's career regular season average yards per carry was 4.1.

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James Starks had 11 fumbles in his NFL regular season career, losing 4 of them.

Answer: True

Explanation: In his regular season NFL career, James Starks had 11 fumbles, with 4 of them being lost.

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James Starks recorded 523 rushing yards and 2 rushing touchdowns in the NFL postseason.

Answer: True

Explanation: In the NFL postseason, James Starks recorded a total of 523 rushing yards and 2 rushing touchdowns.

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James Starks's longest regular season reception was for 31 yards.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks's longest regular season reception was for 31 yards.

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James Starks's longest postseason reception was for 13 yards.

Answer: True

Explanation: James Starks's longest postseason reception was for 13 yards.

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How many rushing yards did James Starks accumulate in his NFL regular season career?

Answer: 2,506 yards

Explanation: James Starks accumulated 2,506 rushing yards in his NFL regular season career.

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What was James Starks's career regular season average yards per carry?

Answer: 4.1 yards

Explanation: James Starks's career regular season average yards per carry was 4.1.

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How many receptions did James Starks have in his NFL postseason career?

Answer: 15 receptions

Explanation: James Starks had 15 receptions in his NFL postseason career.

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What was James Starks's longest regular season rush?

Answer: 65 yards

Explanation: James Starks's longest regular season rush was for 65 yards.

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What was James Starks's longest postseason reception?

Answer: 13 yards

Explanation: James Starks's longest postseason reception was for 13 yards.

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How many receiving touchdowns did James Starks score in his NFL regular season career?

Answer: 6

Explanation: James Starks scored 6 receiving touchdowns in his NFL regular season career.

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What was James Starks's career regular season average yards per reception?

Answer: 8.1 yards

Explanation: James Starks's career regular season average yards per reception was 8.1 yards.

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What was James Starks's longest regular season reception yardage?

Answer: 31 yards

Explanation: James Starks's longest regular season reception was for 31 yards.

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What was James Starks's career postseason average yards per reception?

Answer: 4.5 yards

Explanation: James Starks's career postseason average yards per reception was 4.5 yards.

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What was James Starks's longest postseason rush?

Answer: 32 yards

Explanation: James Starks's longest postseason rush was for 32 yards.

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Pre-Draft and Physical Attributes

At the NFL Combine, James Starks measured 6 feet 2 1/8 inches tall and weighed 218 pounds.

Answer: True

Explanation: For the NFL Combine, James Starks measured 6 feet 2 1/8 inches tall and weighed 218 pounds.

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James Starks recorded a 40-yard dash time of 4.60 seconds at the NFL Combine.

Answer: False

Explanation: According to the NFL Combine results, James Starks recorded a 40-yard dash time of 4.50 seconds, not 4.60 seconds.

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What was James Starks's 40-yard dash time at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 4.50 seconds

Explanation: James Starks recorded a 40-yard dash time of 4.50 seconds at the NFL Combine.

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How many bench press repetitions did James Starks complete at the NFL Combine?

Answer: 15

Explanation: James Starks completed 15 repetitions on the bench press at the NFL Combine.

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Career Transitions and Injuries

James Starks played in only six games during the 2012 season due to a knee injury.

Answer: False

Explanation: During the 2012 season, James Starks played in six games due to turf toe and a bone bruise, not a knee injury.

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James Starks achieved his first career game with over 100 rushing yards against the Dallas Cowboys in 2013.

Answer: False

Explanation: James Starks achieved his first career game with over 100 rushing yards against the Washington Redskins in 2013.

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Due to various lower body injuries, James Starks missed 29 games and played in only 35 games during his first four NFL seasons.

Answer: True

Explanation: Due to various lower body injuries, James Starks missed 29 games and played in only 35 games during his first four seasons in the NFL.

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James Starks adjusted his playing style to be more aggressive after injury struggles, leading to more games played.

Answer: False

Explanation: After injury struggles, James Starks adjusted his playing style to be more conservative, focusing on evading tackles, rather than more aggressive.

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James Starks played in all 32 games of his two-year contract following his playing style adjustment.

Answer: True

Explanation: Following his playing style adjustment, James Starks played in all 32 games of his two-year contract.

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James Starks underwent surgery for a torn ACL in October 2016, ending his season.

Answer: False

Explanation: The source states that James Starks underwent surgery for a torn meniscus in October 2016, not a torn ACL.

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Which injuries hampered James Starks during the 2012 NFL season?

Answer: Turf toe and bone bruise

Explanation: During the 2012 season, James Starks was hampered by turf toe and a bone bruise.

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What significant career milestone did James Starks achieve in the 2013 season?

Answer: First career game with over 100 rushing yards

Explanation: In the 2013 season, James Starks achieved his first career game with over 100 rushing yards.

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How many games did James Starks miss due to injuries in his first four NFL seasons?

Answer: 29 games

Explanation: Due to various lower body injuries, James Starks missed 29 games during his first four NFL seasons.

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What change did James Starks make to his playing style after early injury struggles?

Answer: Became more conservative, evading tackles

Explanation: After injury struggles, James Starks adjusted his playing style to be more conservative, focusing on evading tackles.

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What significant injury did James Starks suffer in October 2016?

Answer: Torn meniscus

Explanation: In October 2016, James Starks suffered a torn meniscus.

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