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Kurt Warner

Kurt Warner is an American former professional football quarterback best known for his time with the St.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kurt Warner is an American former professional football quarterback best known for his time with the St. Louis Rams and Arizona Cardinals. He won two NFL Most Valuable Player awards, a Super Bowl title with the Rams, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017.

Early life and college football

Warner was born in Burlington, Iowa, and played college football at Northern Iowa after being bypassed by major Division I programs.

NFL breakthrough

After beginning his professional career outside the NFL, Warner emerged with the St. Louis Rams in 1999 and became one of the league’s most notable late-career success stories.

Super Bowl success

Warner led the Rams to a Super Bowl title and later helped the Arizona Cardinals reach their first Super Bowl, establishing him as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks of his era.

Awards and honours

His major honours include two NFL MVP awards, a Super Bowl MVP award, multiple Pro Bowl selections, and induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Key facts

  • Warner played 12 seasons in the NFL, primarily with the St. Louis Rams and Arizona Cardinals.
  • He won NFL Most Valuable Player awards in 1999 and 2001.
  • He was the Super Bowl XXXIV MVP after leading the Rams to the championship.
  • He guided the Arizona Cardinals to their first Super Bowl appearance in the 2008 season.
  • He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kurt Warner?
Kurt Warner is a former NFL quarterback known for leading the St. Louis Rams to a Super Bowl win and later the Arizona Cardinals to their first Super Bowl appearance.
What teams did Kurt Warner play for?
He played in the NFL for the St. Louis Rams, New York Giants, and Arizona Cardinals.
How many MVP awards did Kurt Warner win?
He won two NFL MVP awards, in 1999 and 2001.
Did Kurt Warner win a Super Bowl?
Yes. He won Super Bowl XXXIV with the St. Louis Rams and was named Super Bowl MVP.
When was Kurt Warner inducted into the Hall of Fame?
He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2017.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurt_Warner
    Supports: Basic biography, NFL teams, career overview, and career milestones.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Kurt-Warner
    Supports: Birth details, MVP awards, Super Bowl title, and Arizona Cardinals Super Bowl berth.
  3. Pro Football Hall of Fame — https://www.profootballhof.com/players/kurt-warner
    Supports: Hall of Fame induction, career totals, Pro Bowls, and honours.
  4. Pro-Football-Reference — https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/W/WarnKu00.htm
    Supports: Career statistics, birth details, retirement year, and Hall of Fame status.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/1682/kurt-warner
    Supports: Team history and career passing statistics.