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Larry Fitzgerald Inducted Posthumously; Son Unveils Bust

8/9/2026

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Summary

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Larry Fitzgerald was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 8, 2026.
His son Devin unveiled Fitzgerald’s bust during the ceremony, which followed Larry Sr.’s death on June 1, 2026.
He finished his 17-season career with 1,432 receptions, 17,492 yards and 121 touchdowns, ranking second all-time in receptions and yards.
The Arizona Cardinals honored him in the Hall of Fame Game by wearing No. 11 jerseys.

History

Historical Context

Since the Pro Football Hall of Fame opened its charter class of 17 in 1963, the selection committee has added four to eight enshrinees each year, with a special 15-member Centennial Slate in 2020. By 2026 every of the 32 NFL franchises, from the Texans to the Jaguars, boasts at least one Hall of Famer, a legacy continued by Larry Fitzgerald’s 2026 induction.

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Story summary

Larry Fitzgerald was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, on Aug. 8, 2026.
His son Devin unveiled Fitzgerald’s bust during the ceremony, which followed Larry Sr.’s death on June 1, 2026.
He finished his 17-season career with 1,432 receptions, 17,492 yards and 121 touchdowns, ranking second all-time in receptions and yards.
The Arizona Cardinals honored him in the Hall of Fame Game by wearing No. 11 jerseys.

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