Larry Fitzgerald Inducted Into Pro Football Hall of Fame

Larry Fitzgerald was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 8, 2026, cementing the legacy of one of the NFL's greatest wide receivers. The ceremony in Canton, Ohio, honored a 17-season career spent entirely with the Arizona Cardinals, during which Fitzgerald became the league's second-leading receiver in both catches and yards.

Fitzgerald, a first-ballot selection, delivered a 14-minute speech reflecting on the people who shaped his journey. He began by recalling his time as a 14-year-old ball boy for the Minnesota Vikings, where he learned from legends like John Randle and Warren Moon. "I grew up watching legends being built right in front of me," he said. He emphasized the importance of surrounding oneself with people who offer honest, difficult feedback rather than easy praise.

The receiver's career statistics are among the most impressive in NFL history. He finished with 1,432 receptions and 17,492 receiving yards, both second only to Jerry Rice. His 121 receiving touchdowns rank sixth all-time. A unique testament to his all-around effort is that he recorded more career tackles (41) than dropped passes (29). Fitzgerald was an 11-time Pro Bowl...