We are in countdown mode to the start of the season. The Arizona Cardinals will kick off the 2023 regular season in 55 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. 55.
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55 career catches
Three former Cardinals players finished ith 55 career receptions with the team.
Current player, receiver Greg Dortch, has 55 career catches so far.
55 punt returns
Johnny Bailey returned 55 punts for the Cardinals between 1992-1993.
55 punts
Bobby Gordan punted 55 times for the Cardinals in 1958.
55 points scored
Ward Cuff scored 55 points for the Cardinals in 1946 with a rushing touchdown, a receiving touchdown, 28 made extra points and five made field goals.
55 rushing yards per game in a season
Stump Mitchell averaged 55.0 rushing yards per game in 1989. Andre Ellington also averaged 55.0 yards per game in 2014.
55 receptions in a season
Three Cardinals have had 55 catches in a season. Ricky Proehl had 55 in 1991. Freddie Jones had 55 in 2003 and Steve Breaston did in 2009.
