Cardinals' Birthday Post to Jonathan Gannon Goes Viral After Being Fired the Next Day

The Arizona Cardinals' decision to fire head coach Jonathan Gannon on Monday came with some unfortunate timing.

After the Cardinals chose to part ways with Gannon, their social media post celebrating his 43rd birthday on Sunday went viral.

Gannon compiled a 15-36 record during his tenure in Arizona.

The Cardinals wrapped up a 3-14 finish in 2025, including a 1-14 mark after opening the season with a 2-0 record. They also ended the year on a nine-game losing streak.

Arizona boasts a collection of offensive talent including star tight end Trey McBride as well as the receiving duo of Michael Wilson and Marvin Harrison Jr., but ranked No. 23 in scoring offense during the regular season by averaging 20.9 points per game.

It's worth noting that the team was impacted by injuries, with 42 players missing a combined 309 games heading into Week 18 (h/t ESPN's Josh Weinfuss).

Quarterback questions also linger for the Cardinals, as Kyler Murray appeared in just five games due a foot injury and his future with the team is reportedly murky.