The Arizona Cardinals standings currently show the team at 1-0 after Week 1 of the 2026 NFL regular season. Arizona opened the season with a 26-14 road victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on September 13, 2026. The Cardinals are members of the NFC West, alongside the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, and Los Angeles Rams.
Because the 2026 season is only one game old, the current standings are based on a very small sample. Arizona finished the previous season 3-14 and fourth in the NFC West, making its 1-0 start a significant early change in the standings.
Key Statistics
2026 NFC West Standings
| Rank | Team | W | L | T | Win % | Division Record | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Francisco 49ers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 1-0 | W1 |
| 2 | Arizona Cardinals | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0-0 | W1 |
| 3 | Seattle Seahawks | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 0-0 | W1 |
| 4 | Los Angeles Rams | 0 | 1 | 0 | .000 | 0-1 | L1 |
The 49ers currently occupy first place because they already have a division victory. Arizona and Seattle are both 1-0 without a division game played, while the Rams opened 0-1.
Arizona Cardinals 2026 Standings Snapshot
| Statistic | Arizona Cardinals |
|---|---|
| Conference | NFC |
| Division | NFC West |
| 2026 Record | 1-0-0 |
| Winning Percentage | 1.000 |
| Division Record | 0-0-0 |
| Current Streak | 1 win |
| Points Scored | 26 |
| Points Allowed | 14 |
| Point Differential | +12 |
| Home Record | 0-0 |
| Road Record | 1-0 |
| Week 1 Opponent | Los Angeles Chargers |
| Week 1 Result | W 26-14 |
Arizona’s 26-14 victory produced a +12 point differential in the opening week. The Cardinals generated 393 total yards, including 277 passing yards and 116 rushing yards.
Career Overview
The Arizona Cardinals are one of the NFL’s oldest franchises. The organization dates to 1898 and became a charter member of the NFL in 1920. The franchise has played under several names, including the Chicago Cardinals, St. Louis Cardinals, Phoenix Cardinals, and Arizona Cardinals.
Arizona currently competes in the NFC West. The division also includes the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, and Los Angeles Rams.
The Cardinals have won two NFL championships, in 1925 and 1947. They have made one Super Bowl appearance, reaching Super Bowl XLIII following the 2008 season.
The franchise entered the 2026 season following a 3-14 record in 2025. Arizona finished fourth in the NFC West in 2025, behind Seattle, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
Career Statistics
For a team, “career statistics” are best represented by franchise-level records rather than individual player totals.
| Franchise Statistic | Arizona Cardinals |
|---|---|
| NFL seasons | 107 through 2026 |
| All-time regular-season record | 596-826-41 |
| Regular-season games | 1,463 |
| Playoff record | 7-10 |
| Super Bowl appearances | 1 |
| Super Bowl wins | 0 |
| NFL championships | 2 |
| First NFL championship | 1925 |
| Second NFL championship | 1947 |
| All-time winning percentage* | .420 |
| Current division | NFC West |
| Franchise locations | Chicago, St. Louis, Phoenix, Arizona |
*Calculated from the franchise’s listed 596-826-41 record.
Pro-Football-Reference lists the franchise at 596-826-41 through the current 2026 season data and records a 7-10 playoff record, two championships, and one Super Bowl appearance.
Franchise Statistical Leaders
| Category | Player | Career Total |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | Jim Hart | 34,639 |
| Passing touchdowns | Jim Hart | 209 |
| Rushing yards | Ottis Anderson | 7,999 |
| Rushing attempts | Ottis Anderson | 1,858 |
| Receptions | Larry Fitzgerald | 1,432 |
| Receiving yards | Larry Fitzgerald | 17,492 |
| Receiving touchdowns | Larry Fitzgerald | 121 |
| Points | Jim Bakken | 1,380 |
| Approx. Value | Larry Fitzgerald | 138 |
These are franchise records covering the Cardinals’ history across their different locations and team names.
Season-by-Season Stats
Recent Arizona Cardinals Standings
| Season | W | L | T | Division Finish | Playoff Result | PF | PA | Point Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 26 | 14 | +12 |
| 2025 | 3 | 14 | 0 | 4th | Did not qualify | 355 | 488 | -133 |
| 2024 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 3rd | Did not qualify | 400 | 379 | +21 |
| 2023 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 4th | Did not qualify | 330 | 455 | -125 |
| 2022 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 4th | Did not qualify | 340 | 449 | -109 |
| 2021 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 2nd | Lost Wild Card | 449 | 366 | +83 |
| 2020 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 3rd | Did not qualify | 410 | 367 | +43 |
| 2019 | 5 | 10 | 1 | 4th | Did not qualify | 361 | 442 | -81 |
| 2018 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 4th | Did not qualify | 225 | 425 | -200 |
| 2017 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 3rd | Did not qualify | 295 | 361 | -66 |
| 2016 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 2nd | Did not qualify | 418 | 362 | +56 |
| 2015 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 1st | Lost NFC Championship | 489 | 313 | +176 |
| 2014 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 2nd | Lost Wild Card | 310 | 299 | +11 |
| 2013 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 3rd | Did not qualify | 379 | 324 | +55 |
| 2012 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 4th | Did not qualify | 250 | 357 | -107 |
| 2011 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 2nd | Did not qualify | 312 | 348 | -36 |
| 2010 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 4th | Did not qualify | 289 | 434 | -145 |
*2026 standings are through Week 1.
The historical season data shows considerable variation. The 2015 Cardinals produced a 13-3 record and +176 point differential, while the 2018 team went 3-13 with a -200 differential. The 2021 team returned to the postseason with an 11-6 record.
2025 NFC West Standings
| Rank | Team | W | L | T | Win % | PF | PA | Point Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seattle Seahawks | 14 | 3 | 0 | .824 | 483 | 292 | +191 |
| 2 | Los Angeles Rams | 12 | 5 | 0 | .706 | 518 | 346 | +172 |
| 3 | San Francisco 49ers | 12 | 5 | 0 | .706 | 437 | 371 | +66 |
| 4 | Arizona Cardinals | 3 | 14 | 0 | .176 | 355 | 488 | -133 |
Arizona finished 11 games behind Seattle in the 2025 win column and 9 games behind the Rams and 49ers.
Records
Franchise Records and Milestones
| Record / Milestone | Result |
|---|---|
| First NFL season | 1920 |
| First NFL championship | 1925 |
| Second NFL championship | 1947 |
| Super Bowl appearances | 1 |
| Super Bowl victories | 0 |
| Super Bowl appearance | Super Bowl XLIII |
| Best regular-season record since 2000 | 13-3, 2015 |
| Most recent playoff season | 2021 |
| Most recent NFC West title | 2015 |
| Franchise playoff record | 7-10 |
The Cardinals’ 1925 and 1947 championships are the two NFL championships recognized in the franchise record. Arizona’s most recent division championship came in 2015, when the team finished 13-3 and advanced to the NFC Championship Game.
One of the franchise’s most notable early achievements came in 1925, when the Cardinals finished 9-2-1 and were recognized as NFL champions.
Awards and Honors
Team-level awards and honors include:
| Honor | Cardinals Achievement |
|---|---|
| NFL Championships | 2 |
| Super Bowl appearances | 1 |
| NFC Championship Game appearances | Multiple |
| NFC West division championships | Multiple |
| 1925 NFL Championship | Won |
| 1947 NFL Championship | Won |
| 2008 NFC Championship | Won |
| 2015 NFC West title | Won |
The 2008 season remains particularly significant because Arizona won the NFC Championship and reached its first Super Bowl, while the 2015 team established a franchise-best 13-3 regular-season record in the modern era.
Performance Trends
Arizona’s recent standings history shows a sharp cycle between playoff-level seasons and rebuilding periods.
From 2013 through 2015, the Cardinals improved from 10-6 to 11-5 to 13-3. The 2015 season remains the strongest recent regular-season campaign by winning percentage, at .813.
The following seasons moved in the opposite direction:
- 2016: 7-8-1
- 2017: 8-8
- 2018: 3-13
- 2019: 5-10-1
- 2020: 8-8
- 2021: 11-6
The 2021 season was the most recent time Arizona reached the playoffs. The Cardinals started strongly and finished 11-6 before losing their Wild Card game.
The decline after 2021 was substantial. Arizona went 4-13 in both 2022 and 2023, followed by 8-9 in 2024 and 3-14 in 2025.
The 2026 season began with a 26-14 victory over the Chargers. Arizona’s offense produced 393 total yards, while the defense limited Los Angeles to 268 yards.
2026 Week 1 Offensive Leaders
| Category | Player | Week 1 Stat |
|---|---|---|
| Passing yards | Jacoby Brissett | 277 |
| Passing TDs | Jacoby Brissett | 1 |
| Rushing yards | Tyler Allgeier | 61 |
| Rushing TDs | Jeremiyah Love | 1 |
| Receptions | Trey McBride | 9 |
| Receiving yards | Trey McBride | 95 |
| Receiving TDs | Trey McBride | 1 |
| Kicking points | Chad Ryland | 14 |
Brissett completed 27 of 37 passes for 277 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions. McBride caught nine of 13 targets for 95 yards and a touchdown, while rookie Jeremiyah Love scored on a five-yard run.
Historical Context
The Cardinals’ franchise record reflects more than a century of professional football. The organization was already an NFL charter member in 1920, making it one of the league’s foundational franchises.
The 1925 championship season was particularly strong by the standards of the era. Arizona’s predecessor, the Chicago Cardinals, finished 9-2-1 with 158 points scored and 65 allowed, a +93 point differential.
The 1947 championship established the franchise’s second NFL title. The Cardinals defeated Philadelphia 28-21 in the championship game, and the following season they returned to the championship game after winning the Western Division.
The franchise’s modern peak came in 2015. Arizona went 13-3, scored 489 points, allowed 313, and produced a +176 point differential. That team ranked among the NFL’s strongest regular-season teams before losing the NFC Championship Game.
By comparison, the 2025 Cardinals finished 3-14 with a -133 point differential. The 2026 Week 1 victory therefore represents an immediate statistical improvement, although one game is insufficient to establish a season-long standings trend.
Recent Form
2026 Regular Season
Arizona opened the 2026 campaign on September 13 at SoFi Stadium against the Los Angeles Chargers.
| Statistic | Cardinals | Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Final score | 26 | 14 |
| Record after game | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Passing yards | 277 | 187 |
| Rushing yards | 116 | 81 |
| Total yards | 393 | 268 |
| Turnovers | 1 forced interception | 1 interception thrown |
| First downs | — | — |
Arizona’s 26-14 victory ended the team’s nine-game losing streak from the 2025 season. The result also gave new head coach Mike LaFleur a victory in his first game in charge.
The next game is a critical NFC West matchup against the Seattle Seahawks on September 20, 2026, at State Farm Stadium.
2025 vs. 2026 Start
| Metric | 2025 Final | 2026 After Week 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Wins | 3 | 1 |
| Losses | 14 | 0 |
| Win % | .176 | 1.000 |
| Points per game | 20.9 | 26.0 |
| Points allowed per game | 28.7 | 14.0 |
| Point differential per game | -7.8 | +12.0 |
| NFC West position | 4th | 2nd |
The 2026 figures are based on one regular-season game and should not be treated as a projection of the final standings.
Statistical Highlights
- 2026 record: 1-0 after Week 1.
- Current NFC West position: 2nd based on the standings following Week 1.
- Week 1 score: Arizona 26, Los Angeles Chargers 14.
- Week 1 point differential: +12.
- Total offense: 393 yards.
- Passing: 277 yards.
- Rushing: 116 yards.
- Jacoby Brissett: 27/37, 277 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT, 103.1 passer rating.
- Trey McBride: 9 receptions, 95 yards, 1 TD.
- Tyler Allgeier: 61 rushing yards.
- Jeremiyah Love: 41 rushing yards and 1 TD.
- 2025 record: 3-14, fourth in the NFC West.
- Best recent regular season: 13-3 in 2015.
- Franchise championships: 2.
- Super Bowl appearances: 1.
- Franchise regular-season record: 596-826-41.
- Franchise playoff record: 7-10.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Arizona Cardinals’ current record?
The Cardinals are 1-0 after defeating the Los Angeles Chargers 26-14 in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season.
Where are the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC West standings?
Arizona is currently second in the NFC West at 1-0. San Francisco is first because the 49ers also have a 1-0 record but already own a division victory. Seattle is also 1-0, while the Rams are 0-1.
What was the Cardinals’ record in 2025?
Arizona finished the 2025 regular season 3-14, fourth in the NFC West. The Cardinals scored 355 points and allowed 488.
When was the last time the Cardinals made the playoffs?
The Cardinals’ most recent playoff appearance came in 2021, when they finished 11-6 and lost in the Wild Card round.
When was the Cardinals’ last division championship?
Arizona last won its division in 2015, finishing 13-3 and reaching the NFC Championship Game.
How many NFL championships have the Cardinals won?
The franchise has won two NFL championships, in 1925 and 1947.
Have the Cardinals won a Super Bowl?
No. Arizona has made one Super Bowl appearance, reaching Super Bowl XLIII after the 2008 season, but the franchise has not won a Super Bowl.
Who are the Cardinals’ NFC West rivals?
Arizona’s NFC West opponents are the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, and Los Angeles Rams.
Who leads the Cardinals in all-time passing yards?
Jim Hart is the franchise’s all-time passing leader with 34,639 yards and 209 touchdown passes.
Who leads the Cardinals in all-time receiving?
Larry Fitzgerald holds the franchise records for receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns with 1,432 receptions, 17,492 yards, and 121 touchdowns.
Who leads the Cardinals in all-time rushing?
Ottis Anderson is Arizona’s franchise rushing leader with 1,858 carries for 7,999 yards and 46 rushing touchdowns.
Sources and References
- NFL official standings — current NFL division and conference standings.
- Arizona Cardinals official website — franchise history, team information and official Cardinals resources.
- Pro-Football-Reference Arizona Cardinals franchise records — historical standings, franchise records, leaders and season statistics.
- Arizona Cardinals 2026 schedule — official 2026 schedule and results.
- ESPN and CBS Sports game data were used to verify the Cardinals’ Week 1 result and player statistics.
- Reuters’ Week 1 game report was used to cross-check the Arizona–Los Angeles result and major statistical performances.
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