Larry Fitzgerald inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Larry Fitzgerald inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame
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Larry Fitzgerald Jr. was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on August 8, 2026. This honor recognizes his exceptional 17-year career with the Arizona Cardinals, where he ranks second in NFL history with 1,432 receptions and 17,492 receiving yards, both behind Jerry Rice. Fitzgerald, who was also a key player in Arizona's Super Bowl run, has numerous accolades including 11 Pro Bowl selections and induction into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2024. During his speech, he reflected on his time at the University of Pittsburgh and emphasized the importance of mentorship and helping others succeed. He was inducted with fellow football legends Drew Brees, Roger Craig, Luke Kuechly, and Adam Vinatieri.

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  • Fitzgerald spent his entire career with the Arizona Cardinals.
  • He set a postseason record with 546 receiving yards in Super Bowl XLIII.
  • He received the 2016 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.
  • Fitzgerald was a unanimous first-team All-American at Pitt.
  • He continues his philanthropic work through The Larry Fitzgerald Foundation.
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Larry Fitzgerald Jr., one of the most prolific receivers in NFL history, was officially enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday.

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