Bill Bidwill was an American football executive and owner of the Arizona Cardinals. He was born on July 31, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, and was the son of Charles Bidwill, who owned the Chicago Cardinals from 1933 until his death in 1947. Bill Bidwill attended Georgetown University and served in the United States Navy before joining his father's team in 1960 as an assistant to the president.

In 1972, Bill Bidwill became the sole owner of the Cardinals after buying out his brother's share of the team. He moved the team from St. Louis to Phoenix in 1988, where they became the Arizona Cardinals. Bidwill was known for being a hands-on owner who was involved in all aspects of the team's operations. He was also known for being frugal, which sometimes led to criticism from fans and media.

Despite the team's struggles on the field, Bidwill was committed to building a winning franchise. He hired several coaches and general managers over the years, including Don Coryell, Jim Hanifan, and Ken Whisenhunt. Bidwill's patience paid off in 2008 when the Cardinals won their first NFC Championship and advanced to the Super Bowl, where they lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Bidwill was also involved in the NFL's business operations. He served on several committees, including the Finance Committee and the Management Council Executive Committee. He was also a member of the NFL's International Committee, which helped to expand the league's global reach.

Bill Bidwill passed away on October 2, 2019, at the age of 88. He was remembered by many in the NFL community as a dedicated owner who was committed to his team and the league. His son, Michael Bidwill, now serves as the team's president and CEO.

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