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Larry Fitzgerald has no plans to retire from football

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Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Larry Fitzgerald has no plans to retire from football
Summary

As he approaches his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Larry Fitzgerald remains active in football and has no intentions of retiring from the Arizona Cardinals. Fitzgerald’s decision to continue comes despite speculation surrounding his future in the sport, emphasizing his commitment to the game after a storied career. His ongoing presence in the league adds to the intrigue ahead of the Hall of Fame ceremony.

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By the Numbers
  • •Larry Fitzgerald prepares for Pro Football Hall of Fame induction
  • •He has not officially retired from football or the Cardinals
  • •Fitzgerald's continued involvement sparks interest in his future
  • •Induction ceremony scheduled for this summer
Latest Updates
  • 12:01 AMYahoo Sports — Larry Fitzgerald never officially retired. Longtime Cardinals WR explains why, days before Hall of Fame enshrinement
  • 10:05 PMESPN — HOFer Fitzgerald explains why he'll never retire
What they're saying
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As he prepares to enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Larry Fitzgerald has not formally or officially stepped away from football or the Cardinals and he has no plans to do so.

— ESPNby Josh Weinfuss
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Fitzgerald played his final NFL season in 2020. When asked about retirement Thursday in Canton, he remarked, "I protest the word more than the actual thing."

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