Larry Fitzgerald is regarded as one of the greatest players in Cardinals history. Selected third overall in the first round of the 2004 NFL draft, Fitz played 17 years in the league, all with one club.

www.si.com/nfl/cardinals/onsi Larry Fitzgerald Takes Next Step to Hall of Fame 1,432 catches and 17,492 receiving yards in 17 seasons ranks second all-time only to Jerry Rice. Led the NFL in receptions (2005, 2016) and touchdowns (2008, 2009)

It’s worth noting that the former Arizona star also won the Walter Payton Man of Year award, along with Eli Manning, back in 2016. According to an NFL report, he was recognized for his philanthropic efforts, including being a spokesman for the American Cancer Society’s Crucial Catch Campaign during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

GLENDALE – As NFL Honors inches closer and closer, the field for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class shrinks. The field has halved in size to a final 26 candidates, with Arizona Cardinals legendary wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald one of the semifinalists.

The NFL has nominated 32 players this year for the twelfth annual 2025 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award. Each NFL franchise nominated one player for the award, which recognizes individuals around the league who exemplify outstanding sportsmanship.

Arizona Cardinals great Larry Fitzgerald is among the 25 semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2026.