We are in countdown mode to the start of the season. The Arizona Cardinals will kick off the 2023 regular season in 56 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. 56.
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56(.7) yards per game
Running back Johnny Johnson, who played for the Cardinals from 1990-1992, averaged 56.7 rushing yards per game for them.
56(.6) yards per game
Receiver J.T. Smith played from 1985-1990 for the Cardinals. He averaged 56.6 receiving yards per game.
56 receptions
Running back LaRod Stephens-Howling, who played for the Cardinals from 2009-2012, had 56 receptions while with the team.
56 career points
Bob Koehler played fullback from 1921-1926. He scored 56 points with the Cardinals — nine touchdowns and two extra points.
56.5 sacks
In his Cardinals career, Calais Campell had 56.5 sacks.
