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The Ultimate Arizona Cardinals Deep-Dive
Test your knowledge of the oldest franchise in the NFL. From the Chicago days to the modern Air Raid offense, how much do you really know about the Big Red?
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View on Amazon1. In what year was the franchise founded as the Morgan Athletic Club?
Correct Answer: A) 1898
The Story Behind the Stat: The Cardinals are the oldest continuously run professional football team in the United States, predating the NFL itself by over two decades.
The Story Behind the Stat: The Cardinals are the oldest continuously run professional football team in the United States, predating the NFL itself by over two decades.
2. The Cardinals won their last NFL Championship in 1947. Which team did they defeat?
Correct Answer: B) Philadelphia Eagles
The Story Behind the Stat: Led by the "Dream Backfield," the Chicago Cardinals defeated the Eagles 28-21 at Comiskey Park to claim the title.
The Story Behind the Stat: Led by the "Dream Backfield," the Chicago Cardinals defeated the Eagles 28-21 at Comiskey Park to claim the title.
3. Larry Fitzgerald holds the record for most receiving yards in a single postseason (2008). How many yards did he rack up?
Correct Answer: B) 546
The Story Behind the Stat: Fitzgerald's 2008 playoff run is considered the greatest postseason by a wide receiver in NFL history, including 30 receptions and 7 touchdowns in just 4 games.
The Story Behind the Stat: Fitzgerald's 2008 playoff run is considered the greatest postseason by a wide receiver in NFL history, including 30 receptions and 7 touchdowns in just 4 games.
4. Which legendary safety left the NFL in 2002 to enlist in the U.S. Army Rangers?
Correct Answer: C) Pat Tillman
The Story Behind the Stat: Tillman turned down a multi-million dollar contract extension to serve his country following the 9/11 attacks, becoming an eternal icon of sacrifice.
The Story Behind the Stat: Tillman turned down a multi-million dollar contract extension to serve his country following the 9/11 attacks, becoming an eternal icon of sacrifice.
5. Before moving to Arizona in 1988, the franchise spent 28 seasons in which city?
Correct Answer: B) St. Louis
The Story Behind the Stat: The team played in St. Louis from 1960 to 1987. They were often called the "Football Cardinals" to distinguish them from the baseball team.
The Story Behind the Stat: The team played in St. Louis from 1960 to 1987. They were often called the "Football Cardinals" to distinguish them from the baseball team.
6. Who is the only Cardinals quarterback to lead the team to a Super Bowl appearance?
Correct Answer: C) Kurt Warner
The Story Behind the Stat: Warner revitalized his Hall of Fame career in Arizona, leading the team to Super Bowl XLIII against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Story Behind the Stat: Warner revitalized his Hall of Fame career in Arizona, leading the team to Super Bowl XLIII against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
7. What was the original reason the team was named the "Cardinals"?
Correct Answer: B) Faded maroon jerseys
The Story Behind the Stat: In 1901, founder Chris O'Brien bought used jerseys from the University of Chicago. He described the faded color as "Cardinal Red," and the name stuck.
The Story Behind the Stat: In 1901, founder Chris O'Brien bought used jerseys from the University of Chicago. He described the faded color as "Cardinal Red," and the name stuck.
8. Anquan Boldin set an NFL record for most receiving yards in a rookie debut. How many yards did he record?
Correct Answer: C) 217
The Story Behind the Stat: Boldin's 217-yard performance against the Lions in 2003 remains the gold standard for NFL debuts.
The Story Behind the Stat: Boldin's 217-yard performance against the Lions in 2003 remains the gold standard for NFL debuts.
9. Which head coach holds the record for the most wins in franchise history?
Correct Answer: C) Bruce Arians
The Story Behind the Stat: Arians amassed 50 wins between 2013 and 2017, surpassing the legendary Don Coryell.
The Story Behind the Stat: Arians amassed 50 wins between 2013 and 2017, surpassing the legendary Don Coryell.
10. In 1994, the team officially changed its name from the "Phoenix Cardinals" to the "Arizona Cardinals." Why?
Correct Answer: A) To appeal to the whole state
The Story Behind the Stat: Owner Bill Bidwill changed the name to reflect that the team represented the entire state of Arizona, not just the capital city.
The Story Behind the Stat: Owner Bill Bidwill changed the name to reflect that the team represented the entire state of Arizona, not just the capital city.
11. Which Cardinals defender is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and recorded 48 interceptions with the franchise?
Correct Answer: C) Aeneas Williams
The Story Behind the Stat: Williams was the heart of the Cardinals' defense throughout the 1990s and was a 6-time Pro Bowler with the team.
The Story Behind the Stat: Williams was the heart of the Cardinals' defense throughout the 1990s and was a 6-time Pro Bowler with the team.
12. What was the nickname given to the 1970s Cardinals teams known for their many fourth-quarter comeback wins?
Correct Answer: C) The Cardiac Cards
The Story Behind the Stat: Under Don Coryell, the mid-70s Cardinals had a penchant for thrilling, last-minute victories that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The Story Behind the Stat: Under Don Coryell, the mid-70s Cardinals had a penchant for thrilling, last-minute victories that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
13. In 2015, the Cardinals set a franchise record for most regular-season wins. How many games did they win?
Correct Answer: C) 13
The Story Behind the Stat: Led by Carson Palmer and a top-tier defense, the 2015 squad finished 13-3 and reached the NFC Championship game.
The Story Behind the Stat: Led by Carson Palmer and a top-tier defense, the 2015 squad finished 13-3 and reached the NFC Championship game.
14. Which Cardinals player won the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year award in 2019?
Correct Answer: B) Kyler Murray
The Story Behind the Stat: Murray became the second Cardinals player to win the award (after Ottis Anderson in 1979) after being drafted #1 overall.
The Story Behind the Stat: Murray became the second Cardinals player to win the award (after Ottis Anderson in 1979) after being drafted #1 overall.
15. Who was the first player in NFL history to record 25 sacks and 25 interceptions in a career?
Correct Answer: C) Adrian Wilson
The Story Behind the Stat: Wilson is one of only a few players in the "25/25 Club," highlighting his versatility as one of the most feared safeties of his era.
The Story Behind the Stat: Wilson is one of only a few players in the "25/25 Club," highlighting his versatility as one of the most feared safeties of his era.
16. The Cardinals played their home games at which stadium from 1988 to 2005?
Correct Answer: A) Sun Devil Stadium
The Story Behind the Stat: For nearly two decades, the Cardinals shared the outdoor stadium with Arizona State University before moving to their retractable-roof home in Glendale.
The Story Behind the Stat: For nearly two decades, the Cardinals shared the outdoor stadium with Arizona State University before moving to their retractable-roof home in Glendale.
17. Which Hall of Fame running back finished his career with a two-season stint in Arizona (2003–2004)?
Correct Answer: B) Emmitt Smith
The Story Behind the Stat: The NFL's all-time leading rusher spent his final two seasons in the desert, recording his final 1,000-yard season in 2004.
The Story Behind the Stat: The NFL's all-time leading rusher spent his final two seasons in the desert, recording his final 1,000-yard season in 2004.
18. What jersey number did the Cardinals retire in honor of Pat Tillman?
Correct Answer: B) 40
The Story Behind the Stat: Tillman’s #40 is one of only five numbers officially retired by the franchise.
The Story Behind the Stat: Tillman’s #40 is one of only five numbers officially retired by the franchise.
19. Which Cardinals kicker is the franchise's all-time leading scorer?
Correct Answer: B) Jim Bakken
The Story Behind the Stat: Bakken played for the Cardinals from 1962 to 1978, amassing 1,380 points.
The Story Behind the Stat: Bakken played for the Cardinals from 1962 to 1978, amassing 1,380 points.
20. In the 1925 season, the Cardinals were awarded a controversial NFL Championship over which team?
Correct Answer: A) Pottsville Maroons
The Story Behind the Stat: The Maroons were suspended by the league for playing an unauthorized exhibition game, allowing the Cardinals to claim the title—a controversy that remains a point of debate for sports historians today.
The Story Behind the Stat: The Maroons were suspended by the league for playing an unauthorized exhibition game, allowing the Cardinals to claim the title—a controversy that remains a point of debate for sports historians today.
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