Arizona Cardinals reflect on 1992 season as opener approaches
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Last updated Jun 15, 2026
With 92 days until their season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on September 13, the Arizona Cardinals reminisce about their challenging 1992 season. Coached by Joe Bugel, the team finished with a 4-12 record for the second consecutive year, battling injuries, including quarterback Timm Rosenbach's struggles. Chris Chandler took over as a starter for 13 games, leading a team with notable Pro Bowlers such as cornerback Robert Massey and safety Tim McDonald. Key offensive contributors included running back Johnny Johnson and wideout Ricky Proehl, while McDonald spearheaded the defense with a team-leading 107 tackles.
- •Cardinals open their season on September 13 against the Los Angeles Chargers.
- •Finished 1992 season with a 4-12 record, losing six of their last seven games.
- •Timm Rosenbach's season was plagued by injuries; Chris Chandler started 13 games.
- •Notable Pro Bowlers included Robert Massey and Tim McDonald.
- •Johnny Johnson led the offense with 734 rushing yards.
- 3:28 PMYahoo Sports — 88 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1988 season
- 5:02 PMYahoo Sports — 89 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1989 season
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — 90 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1990 season
- 7:02 PMYahoo Sports — 91 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1991 season
- 3:33 PMYahoo Sports — 92 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1992 season
"With 88 days until the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 opener, let's look back at their 1988 season.
"With 89 days until the Cardinals open the season, we look back at the 1989 season.
"With 90 days until the Cardinals open the season, we look back at the 1990 season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 3:28 PM88 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1988 season
With 88 days until the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 opener, let's look back at their 1988 season.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 5:02 PM89 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1989 season
With 89 days until the Cardinals open the season, we look back at the 1989 season.
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 4:05 PM90 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1990 season
With 90 days until the Cardinals open the season, we look back at the 1990 season.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 7:02 PM91 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1991 season
With 91 days until the Cardinals open the season, we look back at the 1991 season.
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 3:33 PM92 days till Arizona Cardinals' opener: Remembering the 1992 season
With 92 days until the Cardinals open the season, we look back at the 1992 season.
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