Larry Fitzgerald, at 42, avoids calling self retired after NFL career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 2:21 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Larry Fitzgerald, 42, has not officially declared his retirement from the NFL, despite last playing in 2020. Speaking on the 'Pardon My Take' podcast, the Cardinals legend explained his reluctance to use the term 'retired,' suggesting he prefers to think of himself as transitioning to a new chapter in life. Fitzgerald has remained active, co-hosting the 'Let's Go!' podcast and working as an analyst for ESPN. He also engages in various business ventures and philanthropic activities following his illustrious playing career, which includes 17,492 receiving yards, the second-highest total in NFL history.
- •Fitzgerald last played in the NFL during the 2020 season.
- •He finished his career with 17,492 receiving yards.
- •Fitzgerald has co-hosted the 'Let's Go!' podcast since retiring.
- •He has worked as an analyst for ESPN covering NFL events.
- •Fitzgerald won the Heisman Humanitarian Award in 2025.
- 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — At 42, Cardinals Legend Larry Fitzgerald Refuses To Say He’s “Retired”
"Larry Fitzgerald is a first-ballot Hall of Famer. But don’t expect him to call himself ‘retired.
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