Think you know your New York football history? Then try this quiz.

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Official game balls for Super Bowl XLVIII in the Wilson Sporting Goods Co. in Ada, Ohio, Jan. 20, 2014.

At both the pro and college level, New York City has a rich football history. Try tackling 30 questions to find out how much you know about it.

1. Coming out of college, Eli Manning said he didn’t want to play for the NFL team that held the top overall pick in the league’s 2004 draft. That led to his trade to the Giants. What team did he shun?

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New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning reacts on the sidelines in the closing minutes of al game against the San Diego Chargers, Dec. 8, 2013, in San Diego. The Chargers won 37-14.

San Diego Chargers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Cincinnati Bengals

Kansas City Chiefs

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