Cardinals Legacy Profile
Ernie Nevers
Ernie Nevers is one of the Cardinals' earliest mythic figures, remembered for a 40-point single-game performance and a rugged player-coach profile.
Hall of Fame Record Player-Coach
Permanent Profile
- Returned to football with the Chicago Cardinals and served as player-coach.
- Scored six touchdowns and four extra points against the Bears on Thanksgiving Day in 1929.
- His 40 points in one game remain one of pro football's foundational record-book markers.
- Is a Pro Football Hall of Fame member and Cardinals Ring of Honor inductee.
Why It Matters
Nevers의 40점 경기는 단순한 오래된 기록이 아니라, 카디널스와 NFL 초기사가 만나는 장면이다.
카디널스가 초창기 프로 풋볼의 거친 기록과 얼마나 가까운 팀인지 보여주는 인물이다.