Arizona Cardinals
In January 2005, the team unveiled its first major changes in a century. The red cardinal head logo was updated to look sleeker and meaner than the previous cardinal head. The beak was changed from gold to yellow, heavier black outlines were added and this bird is significantly more aggressive looking than the previous bird. Numerous fans had called the previous version a “parakeet.”
Arizona Cardinals
1994 - 2005
Slight changes as the city Phoenix changes to the state of Arizona. The Cardinals become the “Arizona Cardinals.”
Phoenix Cardinals
1988 - 1993
Slight variation to the cardinal's head in 1988 as they moved to Phoenix, Arizona.
St. Louis Cardinals
1970 - 1987
In 1970 the Cardinals' logo became to be what is today. A cardinal's head with an attitude looking to the right.
The Cardinals logo was designed by Verlander Design.
St. Louis Cardinals
1962 - 1970
In 1960 the Cardinals logo changed to a red muscled Cardinal carrying a football in football uniform running past the St. Louis Arch.
St. Louis Cardinals
1960 - 1962
In 1960 the Cardinals logo changed to a red muscled Cardinal carrying a football in a football uniform running.
Chicago Cardinals
1947 - 1959
Starting in 1947, the Cardinal's logo is a brown and black cardinal perched on the stitches of a white with black outline football.
Chicago Cardinals/Pittsburgh Steelers
1944 - 1945
In 1944 the Steelers merged with the Chicago Cardinals and were known as “CARD-PITT” and informally known as the “Car-Pitts” or “Carpets.” The Steelers went solo again for the 1945 season.
Chicago Cardinals
1920 - 1944
The 1920's Chicago Cardinals logo had an interlocking "CC" logo with a wishbone "C" and a regular "C" in red.
Arizona Cardinals Logo History: The Story Behind Every Change | Arizona Logo Highlights!
Discover the history of the Arizona Cardinals logo and the story behind every design change! From its early days to the modern look, this video highlights key moments in the evolution of one of the NFL's most iconic symbols. Watch now to explore the transformation!
The Evolution of the Arizona Cardinals Logo
The Arizona Cardinals logo has undergone several redesigns since its 1921 debut, each reflecting the spirit of its era. Starting with a red cardinal perched on a helmet, the logo gained visual depth in 1947 with shading and stripes. A symbolic shift occurred in 1960 with five interlocking rings replacing the original stars. These changes weren’t just cosmetic—they marked the franchise’s development and relevance in football history, creating a deeper connection between the team and its loyal fanbase.
The current Arizona Cardinals primary logo, introduced in 2005, captures strength and determination through bold lines and intense features. The forward-facing cardinal head has become a symbol of resilience and ambition. Some fans even see the bird’s outline as resembling headphones, connecting the team to modern culture and technology. As highlighted in Arizona Cardinals logo history, today’s design blends tradition with progress, making it a lasting emblem of unity and pride for generations of Cardinals supporters.
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