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Larry Fitzgerald and Roger Craig honored at Pro Football Hall of Fame

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:09 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Larry Fitzgerald and Roger Craig honored at Pro Football Hall of Fame

Summary

Larry Fitzgerald and Roger Craig were inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame during a ceremony at Tom Benson Stadium on August 8, 2026. The event recognized their athletic achievements and contributions to business and community initiatives. Fitzgerald, a key player for the Arizona Cardinals, has established several educational foundations, while Craig has focused on supporting youth sports programs through TIBCO Software’s Athlete Impact Fund. Fitzgerald also announced plans for the Cardinals to retire his No. 11 jersey and induct him into the team's Ring of Honor.

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Key Details

•Fitzgerald spent 17 seasons with the Arizona Cardinals.
•Fitzgerald's son emphasized mentorship during the ceremony.
•Craig became the first player to achieve 1,000 rushing and receiving yards in a season.
•Craig disclosed his diagnosis of vascular dementia during his speech.
•The Cardinals will retire Fitzgerald's jersey in the upcoming season.

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5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Hall Of Fame Legends Larry Fitzgerald and Roger Craig Build Enduring Legacy in Business and Sports

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The enshrinement ceremony for the Pro Football Hall of Fame at Tom Benson Stadium on Aug. 8 recognized athletic achievement and highlighted executive leadership, investment, and steadfastness. Inductees Larry Fitzgerald...
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