The Arizona Cardinals are a professional American football team based in Phoenix, Arizona. The franchise was founded in 1898 and is one of the oldest teams in the National Football League (NFL). Over the years, the Cardinals have had their fair share of ups and downs, but they’ve always been a team that fans can be proud of.
In this article, we’ll take a comprehensive look at the history of the Cardinals football franchise. We’ll discuss their early years, their move to Arizona, and some of their most memorable moments on the field.
Early Years
The Cardinals were originally founded in 1898 as the Morgan Athletic Club in Chicago. They became known as the Racine Normals before settling on the name “Cardinals” in 1901. The team played in Chicago until 1959 when they moved to St. Louis.
During their time in Chicago, the Cardinals were a competitive team but struggled to win championships. Their first championship came in 1925 when they defeated the Chicago Bears 28-0 to win the NFL title.
Move to Arizona
After spending many years playing in St. Louis, Missouri, and briefly playing home games at ASU Sun Devil Stadium on Tempe campus during construction of State Farm Stadium, also known as University of Phoenix Stadium; In 1988, Bill Bidwill moved his team from St. Louis to Phoenix and renamed them as Arizona Cardinals.
In recent years, under head coach Bruce Arians and quarterback Carson Palmer’s leadership; The franchise has experienced successful seasons with some notable playoff appearances including NFC Championship game against Carolina Panthers during 2015 season which ended up with a loss for Cardinals.
Memorable Moments
One of the most memorable moments for Cardinal fans was their run to Super Bowl XLIII during the 2008-2009 season where they faced off against Pittsburgh Steelers which ended up in a loss for Cardinals. The franchise’s first Super Bowl appearance was a historic moment for the team and its fans.
Another memorable moment in Cardinals’ history came in 2015 when they set a franchise record by winning 13 games in the regular season. This was largely due to the outstanding performance of quarterback Carson Palmer, who threw for over 4,600 yards and 35 touchdowns that season.
Conclusion
The Arizona Cardinals have had a long and storied history in the NFL. From their early days as the Racine Normals to their move to Arizona, the franchise has always been known for their competitive spirit and passionate fan base. With memorable moments like their first Super Bowl appearance and impressive regular season records, there’s no doubt that the Cardinals will continue to be an exciting team to watch for years to come.
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