Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! is hosted by Brady, retired All-Pro wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Jim Gray. Fitzgerald won't retire from the league yet, but admitted he's not coming back to play football. 6-keys: media/spln/nfl/reg/free/stories, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. At least 1 of my son's wouldnt vote for me. He was never a player who was good with jumping on the field without doing the work to be prepared. alongside Tom Brady and Gray. as he has to be retired for at least five years before his name will be placed on . Back in 2018, Fitzgerald stated he would only play for the Cardinals, and there has been nothing to suggest otherwise. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. For the first time since 2003, he isn't gracing the Cardinals' sideline. However, its hard to find anyone else in sports with the potential of a brighter future outside the game than him. Fitzgerald had the least productive season of his career in 2020, catching 54 passes for 409 yards with a touchdown. Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald hasn't officially retired from the NFL, but it seems apparent his playing days are over. Would Fitzgerald come back to play just to win a title? At a charity event, according to ESPNs Josh Weinfuss, Fitzgerald hasnt announced his retirement because he does not consider himself retired. While Larry holds many records with the Arizona Cardinals and the NFL, his proudest accomplishments have happened for him off the field. I'm not putting too much thought into it. All it took was 16 previous seasons, a global health crisis, and the addition of one of the best receivers of this generation for it to happen finally. It was always odd to think Fitzgerald was going to slip right back into the roster without being at camp. I wouldn't change anything," Fitzgerald said, via ESPN's Josh Weinfuss. Can someone please ask Kliff how he managed to go 13 and 19 with Patrick Mahomes as his QB? One tweet accused Fitzgerald of being "classless" in the way he handled ending his playing career. After 16 straight seasons of 100 or more targets, Fitzgeralds 72 was the first time in his career he was below the century mark. No Cards fan has any objection to how Larry make his decision. Please check your email for a confirmation. When asked to assess this year's top receiving prospects, Keim compared former Alabama receiver DeVonta Smith to Marvin Harrison, a receiver who overcame his smallish stature to earn Hall of Fame status. He has also teamed up with numerous companies and charities to raise funds and support projects that have a positive impact on the lives of children in their communities. His 64-yard TD gave them the lead late in the 4th quarter. Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald said on his radio show Friday he doesn't have the "urge to play" football right now -- but still isn't saying he's retired. No predictions just lots of hopes and prayers, It's damn near impossible to get anything done today. The question has been on everyones mind Larry Fitzgerald is one of those players who you cant imagine not being on the sidelines. Even at his recent time at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, Larry Fitzgerald was asked about his plans and if retirement was in the cards. One of the things that made Fitzgerald great was his push to be great, and that included getting better at practice. Doesn't every kid who watch's and dreams of playing college ball want to? "Very classless of you to retired without thanking your teammates and fans . In the Super Bowl, he had 7 catches for 127 yards and 2 touchdowns. Fitzgerald, who has played his entire 17-year career with the Cardinals, is currently a free agent, and executives believe if he does not sign with another team, he will retire instead of. He is a free agent but he doesn't seem to be interested in signing anywhere right now. "I have no idea," Fitzgerald said, per the Cardinals official website. Larry Fitzgerald Image Credits: Instagram ", Fitzgerald said this lack of desire to play is a "completely new thing.". He spent 17 seasons with the Cardinals, posting nine 1,000-yard seasons and five 100-catch seasons -- and led the NFL in receiving touchdowns and receptions twice. Larry Fitzgerald still hasn't confirmed his plans for 2021, but Cardinals would welcome WR back for 18th year . If Larry Fitzgerald does retire, his final season made him look mortal All it took was 16 previous seasons, a global health crisis, and the addition of one of the best receivers of this generation for it to happen finally. Its the toughest part of the year, but we all know and understand its building blocks and the foundation to a great season.. "The pursuit is the Lombardi Trophy, but you have to be in love with the process of pursuing the Lombardi Trophy," Fitzgerald said. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. However, don't expect him to come back to the game anytime soon. Fitzgerald said in this regard: Fitzgerald has not closed the door on an NFL return, but it is uncertain whether he'll ever come back. Fitzgerald is actually working as a radio broadcast on apodcast called "Let's Go!" "I don't know if it is going to change. pray you are well and appreciate your support of our beloved Cardinals. The NFL world is still waiting to see whether or not Arizona Cardinals icon Larry Fitzgerald will retire or return for the 2021 season. "I wish I could have delivered more for the Valley in terms of winning a championship, but that's water under the bridge at this point.". He said he has no timeline and is just taking it day by day., Im just focused on the next hole and just figuring out how to get this golf game right. Fitzgerald has made. He also commentates on sports 7-8 pm on Almanac (TPT channel 2). Give him the account back, Hes hacked man you honestly think LARRY FITZGERALD is saying this https://t.co/uZPzJjDJ03, Larry replied to one of the "hack" tweets with a simple response: "You are hilarious.". 2023 NFL combine schedule for rest of the week, Cardinals hire former Notre Dame standout Autry Denson as RB coach, Cardinals land top pass rusher after Bears trade back twice in new Mel Kiper mock draft, 4 Cardinals listed among top 100 2023 free agents, Cardinals have 'exceptional meeting' with small-school Senior Bowl OL, Jonathan Gannon still doesn't know how Isaiah Simmons will be used, Jalen Ramsey trade rumors and other Rams stories for Cardinals fans, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. No it's always demoralizing to have your whole bracket destroyed after 3 games and only verifies how horrible I am at picking college basketball games. He will continue to not play football and one day, maybe this coming season or in the seasons to come, he will return to State Farm Stadium to be placed in the Ring of Honor and/or have his No. "For now I'll be a radio broadcaster," Fitzgerald said. I agree to receive the "Pick Six Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. 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So long as Larry Fitzgerald does not retire and wants to come back, the Cardinals would likely happily take him back for another year. Every1 for themselves or the agenda they push. Larry Fitzgerald and Patrick Peterson were the big names leaving. He has played in 260 games. It was fun. Of his draft class, only him, Philip Rivers, Ben Roethlisberger, and Andy Lee played in 2020. I've felt the urge to go out and do it, and I just don't feel that right now. You don't have anything set up outside of the game to really help bridge that gap, and that's when you see guys struggle. 2:18 pm ET. For now, Fitzgerald would be eligible for induction in 2026, but that's assuming that he has already played his final down in the NFL. Date of birth : 1983-08-31 Date of death : - Birthplace : Minneapolis, Minnesota Nationality : American Category : Sports Last modified : 2010-11-28 Credited as : Football player NFL, wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, Super Bowl/NFL Draft player "It's not like it happened abruptly," Fitzgerald said. Never experienced that before. If Larry Fitzgerald does choose to retire, his rsum speaks for itself. Yeah, a long way.. I still believe the Cardinals deserved to be in over the Wokes and Bears hard to keep a running QB healthy. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. A kid at the event asked him if he would come back and play. Fitzgerald, 38, was the third-overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, and has spent his entire career with the Cardinals. Could a chance to win a Super Bowl change Fitzgerald's mind? His comments were something to the effect of "the team rolled out the red carpet . If it doesn't, it doesn't. Fitzgerald's 2020 campaign may have made his decision not to return easier. Subscribe on Apple podcasts or Spotify. At this point, it seems like he won't return during the 2022 NFL playoffs and will enjoy his pseudo-retirement. I wouldnt change anything. For 40 years he has brought his unique perspective and social consciousness to the world of sports as a writer, producer, talk show host and commentator. You have to be in love with the process of pursuing the Lombardi Trophy, and thats the part thats most important.. Kingsbury noted hed like to have Fitzgerald back on the roster for an 18th pro season. Listen to the latest from Cards Wires Jess Root on his podcast, Rise Up, See Red. A popular theory is that he retired because of quarterback Kyler Murray. Im 38 years old. "I've done this for thirty-plus years and every year I have gone into it, I've felt a certain way. Larry Fitzgerald has played 8,320 snaps for the Arizona Cardinals. While Larry Fitzgerald never captured Super Bowl glory, it wasnt that he didnt produce in big games. Fitzgerald has the second-most receptions in NFL history with 1,432 thats behind only Rice (1,549). Larry Fitzgerald opted not to play the 2021 season, the first step towards retirement after a stellar NFL career. Subscribe to Stathead , the set of tools used by the pros, to unearth this and other interesting factoids. That's where the camaraderie is built, that's where the relationships and trust is built.". "That's the part that's most important.". The runner-up in the 2003 Heisman Trophy voting, Fitzgerald has more than met expectations during the course of his career. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You can also follow Larry on social media below! Fitzgerald has said during training camps this summer that he has not felt the urge to play. But if it does, it does. One that interacts a lot on social media. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. While there have been retirement questions for year, this experience is something he has never had. The receiver is a free agent. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | He has earned this praise. Nobody willing to work together to meet in the middle for the common good. McCarthy discusses taking over Cowboys' play-calling, Brett Favre welfare funds scandal explained, Reich says Carr 'checks a lot of boxes' after meeting, Lewan explains why Titans put his things in trash bags, Cardinals hire ND's all-time rushing leader as RB coach. But Arizona head coach Kliff Kingsbury said he talked to Fitzgerald on Monday and the wideout hasnt made a decision yet. @LarryFitzgerald Today is the most active Ive EVER seen you on Twitter brother.. your son aint messing with your phone now is he? Thats all Im worried about right now, he said, ) to stay up to date with all things around the NFL. Fitzgerald has not officially retired. Can you name the 2 players who had 3-game streaks? It was just one of several highlight worthy tweets from the future Hall of Famer on Twitter this week. Follow him on Twitter at @FitzBeatSr. Fitzgerald has been. Selfishly, I hope he keeps playing. "I just don't have the urge. The only concern would have been about his career-worst 7.6 yards per catch last season. Larry Fitzgerald made his NFL debut in 2004, the beginning of a Hall of Fame-worthy career. Fitzgerald is certainly the best receiver that the Cardinals have ever had. If it doesn't, it doesn't. Fitzgerald explained it is more than just winning a championship at the end. Carter retired in 2002 after playing for the Miami Dolphins, finishing with . Long-time receiver Larry Fitzgerald hasn't officially retired, but as the NFL season opens, he's broadcasting rather than playing. But if it does, it does. Speaking to ESPN's Josh Weinfuss, Fitzgerald said he "had . Fitzgerald won't retire from the league yet, but admitted he's not coming. In just eight games for the Gators last season, the 6-foot-6, 246-pound Pitts caught 12 touchdown passes while averaging nearly 18 yards per catch. The NFL is a better place with Larry Fitzgerald in it. Larry has done the same things for a number of years. Thats all Im worried about right now, he said,via Cameron Cox of KPNX Arizona. It seems this has been a recurring topic in recent years. The show returns for its third season in the fall of 2023, the company said. Free shipping for many products! But, that wait continues after Fitz said he is not retired on Tuesday. Either way much love . Pro Football Network, LLC. We look forward to hearing from you! The passing offense thrived in the season opener, with Christian Kirk and Rondale Moore playing in the slot, providing more dynamic options than Fitzgerald at this point in his career. "No matter what Larry decides, it does not affect our draft . After catching 75 passes during Murray's rookie season, Fitzgerald caught 54 passes in 13 games during the 2020 campaign. Hes got a lot to think about, Kingsbury said Monday, via Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals website. Same thing as last year. ", First-year head coach makes additions to his first group, Georgia defensive lineman facing legal trouble after fatal crash, No timeline for Kyler, no answer on Hopkins as Cardinals braintrust settles in Indy, Ossenfort, Gannon have No. Ive never felt it before. Learn how your comment data is processed. Who is Larry Fitzgerald playing for now? The only thing missing in Fitzgerald's resum is the most important one: a ring. He's way to social today. While they did bring in veteran wideout A.J. During his 17 seasons in the NFL, Larry Fitzgerald has used his platform as a professional athlete to promote countless causes in communities throughout the United States . Larry Fitzgerald's legendary status is cemented by a jaw-dropping fact - he has more career tackles than drops! Larry Fitzgerald opted not to play the 2021 season, the first step towards retirement after a stellar NFL career. So, is the legendary wide receiver retired? That will give Cardinals fans what they want the chance to cheer him again and say thank you and goodbye. 6:06 pm ET. He missed two games after testing positive and the Week 17 game against the Rams with a groin injury. NFL great Larry Fitzgerald Jr. used this data to make his picks for top | 10 comments on LinkedIn Or was alone? section: | slug: larry-fitzgerald-still-hasnt-confirmed-his-plans-for-2021-but-cardinals-would-welcome-wr-back-for-18th-year | sport: football | route: article_single.us | "I think I have to be respectful of that," Fitzgerald said. But where is he now? No, he will not say he is retired. Larry Fitzgerald won't say he's retired but doesn't envision playing football again Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Steelers Ravens AFC South Colts. "To me, you can't have enough good players at one position," Keim said. The prolific receiver will likely be inducted in Canton, Ohio as soon as he is eligible. Perhaps the desire will come back and he will want to rejoin the Cardinals for a playoff run. Fitzgerald made 11 Pro Bowl teams, was a First Team All-Pro in 2008 and earned the 2016 Walter Payton Man of the Year award. 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