Arizona Cardinals reflect on 1971 season as opener approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
With 71 days until their 2026 opener against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Arizona Cardinals are reflecting on their 1971 season. That year marked the beginning of Bob Hollway's tenure as head coach, ending with a 4-9-1 record. The team averaged 16.5 points per game while allowing 19.9. Defensive back Roger Wehrli was the Cardinals' only Pro Bowler, and Jim Hart led the team in passing yards. The Cardinals will kick off the 2026 regular season on September 13.
- •Cardinals' 2026 opener is on September 13 against the Chargers.
- •1971 marked Bob Hollway's first year as head coach.
- •Team finished 4-9-1 after starting 2-2.
- •Roger Wehrli was the only Pro Bowler that season.
- •Jim Hart passed for 1,626 yards with eight touchdowns.
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — 71 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1971 season
"With 71 days until the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 opener, let's look back at their 1971 season.
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