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Jess Root

68 days till the Cardinals’ season opener: Stats for No. 68

We are in countdown mode to the start of the season. The Arizona Cardinals will kick off the 2023 regular season in 68 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. 68.

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68 games played

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The Cardinals have had two players finish with 68 games played for the team. Receiver Dave Stief played in 68 games between 1978-1982. Defensive back Antrel Rolle played in 68 games between 2005-2009.

68 career catches

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Running back Johnny Johnson had 68 catches for the Cardinals from 1990-1992.

Tight end Terry Hardy had 68 receptions between 1998-2001.

68-catch season

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The Cardinals have had three players finish with 68 catches in a season. Pat Tilley did it in 1980. Roy Green did it in 1988 and Christian Kirk did it in 2019.

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