Larry Fitzgerald discusses life after NFL, avoids retirement label
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:41 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Larry Fitzgerald is being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today as he turns 43. Despite concluding his 17-year career with the Cardinals, Fitzgerald refuses to label himself as ‘retired’. He expressed a belief that instead of retiring, individuals transition into different phases of life, emphasizing a personal philosophy that rejects the notion of giving up. Fitzgerald confirmed he has no plans to formally retire, stating he is focused on future opportunities.
- •Fitzgerald turns 43 this month.
- •He is being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today.
- •Fitzgerald ended his career after 17 seasons with the Cardinals.
- •He rejects the idea of retirement as giving up.
- •Fitzgerald emphasizes transitioning to new life phases.
- 8:41 AMYahoo Sports — Larry Fitzgerald refuses to call himself "retired"
"Larry Fitzgerald will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame today, and he'll turn 43 years old this month.
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