We are in countdown mode to the start of the season. The Arizona Cardinals will kick off the 2023 regular season in 61 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. 61.
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61 career punts
Jim Hardy played quarterback for the Cardinals from 1949-1951. He punted 61 times in that span.
61 pass breakups
Cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, who played for the Cardinals from 2008-2010 is No. all-time in franchise history with 61 pass breakups.
Sacked 62 times
Neil Lomax was sacked 61 times in 1985, the highest total in franchise history.
61 catches in a season
Bobby Joe Conrad caught 61 passes in 1964 and Ernie Jones had 61 catches in 1991, his career high.
61 punts
Andy Lee punted 61 times in 2019. Greg Cater punted 61 times in 1986.
61 points scored
Jim Bakken scored 61 points in 1972 with 14 made field goals and 19 made extra points.
