We are in countdown mode to the start of the season. The Arizona Cardinals will kick off the 2023 regular season in 44 days on September 10 on the road against the Washington Commanders.
It will be the official beginning of the Jonathan Gannon era as head coach.
In our countdown until the start of the season, we will give you notable stats in Cardinals history related to the number of the day.
Below are some notable stats with the No. 44.
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44 fumbles
Ollie Matson fumbled 44 times in his time with the Cardinals from 1952-1958.
44 touchdown receptions, 44 points
Receiver Anquan Boldin is No. 5 on the Cardinals’ all-time list for touchdown reception. He had 44 touchdown catches from 2003-2009.
He also scored 44 points (seven touchdowns and one two-point conversion) in 2005.
44-for-44 on extra points
Two kickers in Cardinals history made 44 extra points in a season. Both happened to be perfect on them so they attempted and made 44 extra points. Neil Rackers did it in 2008 and Jim Bakken did it in 1963.