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Arizona Cardinals reflect on 1978 season as opener approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:38 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Arizona Cardinals reflect on 1978 season as opener approaches
Summary

As the Arizona Cardinals prepare for their 2026 opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on September 13, they look back at the 1978 season. Under head coach Bud Wilkinson, the Cardinals finished with a record of 6-10, starting the season 0-8 before winning six of their final eight games. Key performances included quarterback Jim Hart passing for over 3,100 yards and left guard Bob Young earning a Pro Bowl selection. The team averaged 12.0 points in the first half of the season, improving to 19.0 in the latter half. The Cardinals will continue preparations for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers
  • •Cardinals open the 2026 season against Chargers on September 13.
  • •In 1978, Cardinals started 0-8 but rebounded to 6-10.
  • •Jim Hart threw for 3,121 yards and 16 touchdowns that season.
  • •Bob Young and Dan Dierdorf earned Pro Bowl selections in 1978.
  • •Cardinals aim to build on past performances in upcoming season.
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What they're saying
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With 75 days until the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 opener, let's look back at their 1975 season.

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With 77 days until the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 opener, let's look back at their 1977 season.

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With 78 days until the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 opener, let's look back at their 1978 season.

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