Doesn't every kid who watch's and dreams of playing college ball want to? Terms of Use Privacy Policy. He is a free agent but he doesn't seem to be interested in signing anywhere right now. Subscribe to Stathead , the set of tools used by the pros, to unearth this and other interesting factoids. From 2006-'17, Fitzgerald hauled in 1,073 catches for 13,356 receiving yards and 92 touchdowns. It's been suggested Fitzgerald might just want to miss camp, but Fitz laughed at the idea any player actually enjoys camp. All Rights Reserved. Thats all Im worried about right now, he said, ) to stay up to date with all things around the NFL. "It's not like it happened abruptly," Fitzgerald said. 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. 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. Fitzgerald, who is intent on being as successful in business as he was in football, knows something about marketing. Fitzgerald caught 6 passes for 101 yards and a score in their Wild Card game against the Atlanta Falcons. Copyright 2019-2023. https://cardswire.usatoday.com/2021/08/22/larry-fitzgerald-retirement-no-urge-to-pla/. Take some time to decide if he wants, and needs to play another season. pray you are well and appreciate your support of our beloved Cardinals. At least 1 of my son's wouldnt vote for me. "I'm 38 years old," Fitzgerald told reporters at the WM Phoenix Open's 'Dream Day' Tuesday morning. There has been some speculation that wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald will retire after 17 seasons with the Cardinals.But Arizona head coach Kliff Kingsbury said he talked to Fitzgerald on Monday . NFL executives reportedly believe longtime Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald will retire rather than return for an 18th NFL season in 2021.. Published on February 17, 2023 01:12 PM. He was never a player who was good with jumping on the field without doing the work to be prepared. Larry Fitzgerald has not officially announced his retirement from the NFL yet. Kyler Murray's agent questions Arizona Cardinals' 'commitment' amid quiet NFL free agency, Arizona Cardinals uniform voted among NFL's best uniforms in 2022 NFL uniform ranking, Larry Fitzgerald addresses rumor he stopped playing due to Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray, Larry Fitzgerald talks golf, football and why he won't use the word 'retirement', Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Fitzgerald, 38, was the third-overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, and has spent his entire career with the Cardinals. @LarryFitzgerald Today is the most active Ive EVER seen you on Twitter brother.. your son aint messing with your phone now is he? "I'm excited to be back with Jim, Larry, and the SiriusXM family for . If Fitzgerald ends his Hall of Fame career, it could make WR one of the positions GM Steve Keim adds depth to during next week's draft. The question has been on everyones mind Larry Fitzgerald is one of those players who you cant imagine not being on the sidelines. 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 . It would be amazing. 2023 ARIZONA CARDINALS. Larry Fitzgerald has broken his silence in regards to playing an 18th season with the Arizona Cardinals. Everything will take care of itself.. I wouldnt change anything. 1 receiver (that distinction belongs to DeAndre Hopkins), Fitzgerald has been a consistent target for quarterback Kyler Murray. Many speculated that his account had been hacked judging by how much differently he was using the social media platform. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. But while recording his new Sirius XM show with Jim Gray called "Let's Go," he said on Friday he wasn't planning on playing right now either, and that he doesn't have the "urge" to don the uniform. On the House Floor on March 1, 2023. Giving Back. What, Gray asked, might trigger the urge to return? Speaking to ESPN's Josh Weinfuss, Fitzgerald said he "had . Subscribe on Apple podcasts or Spotify. I respect your opinion sir and thank you for sharing your thoughts. In the NFC Championship Game, Larry Fitzgerald caught 9 passes for 152 and 3 touchdowns. Selfishly, I hope he keeps playing. Tommy Garrett is a writer for Pro Football Network covering the NFL and fantasy football. He indicated that he wants to win a Super Bowl, but he's just not sure if he loves "the process" of getting there enough with where he's currently at. Having played 17 seasons, Fitzgerald is one of the best to ever lace up a pair of cleats. According to Mike Sando of The Athletic . It had been rumored the two don't get along. Larry Fitzgerald isn't retired -- at least, he isn't saying he is. Fitzgerald also praised other players and talked about why he doesn't fill out NCAA Tournament brackets, detailed why he wasn't making an NBA prediction and addressed running for political office. Be the first one to comment on this story. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Listen to the latest from Cards Wires Jess Root on his podcast, Rise Up, See Red. He has posted 17,492 receiving yards. No Cards fan has any objection to how Larry make his decision. Let's Go! "I have no idea," Fitzgerald said. I've felt the urge to go out and do it, and I just don't feel that right now. He didnt play in Week 17 due to a groin injury and missed two games due to COVID-19. Please check your email for a confirmation. The possibility of winning would not be the sole reason he comes back. Fitzgerald is also sixth all-time in receiving touchdowns (121), behind five Hall of Famers: Rice, Randy Moss, Terrell Owens, Cris Carter, and Marvin Harrison. Every1 for themselves or the agenda they push. Its the toughest part of the year, but we all know and understand its building blocks and the foundation to a great season.. "For now I'll be a radio broadcaster," Fitzgerald said. Learn how your comment data is processed. You don't have much time to prepare. He is a free agent but he doesn't seem to be interested in signing anywhere right now. During his career, he went to 11 Pro Bowls and won the 2016 Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Tommy Garrett is a writer for Pro Football Network covering the NFL and fantasy football. Sorry, Pat McAfee. On Friday, just hours before Arizona takes on the Kansas City Chiefs . But, that wait continues after Fitz said he is not retired on Tuesday. 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. Larry welcomes reader responses to info@larry-fitzgerald.com, or you can visit www . But if it does, it does. 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. Those three months have come and gone, so it doesn't seem like anything has change for Fitzgerald. Thats all Im worried about right now, he said,via Cameron Cox of KPNX Arizona. Fitzgerald left the door open for a potential return. In that same interview with Jim Gray on Sirius XM NFL Radios Lets Go, Fitzgerald elaborated on that feeling. "I've done this for thirty-plus years and every year I have gone into it, I've felt a certain way. I know Larry Fitzgerald is an icon, but the Cardinals were hamstrung with him in the slot last year. Plus I'd struggle to make the ticket in my own house. While they are expected to address either their offensive line, secondary or pass rusher needs with the 16th overall pick, the Cardinals have not ruled out taking a playmaker with the pick. I wouldn't change anything," Fitzgerald said, via ESPN's Josh Weinfuss. With training camp approaching, one of his former teammates . "No matter what Larry decides, it does not affect our draft . The NFL is a better place with Larry Fitzgerald in it. Even then, "we all know (camp) is the building blocks and the foundation to a great season. Legendary wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald has not announced he is retiring from the NFL but he is not playing right now and recently said he just doesnt feel the urge to play right now.. No predictions just lots of hopes and prayers, It's damn near impossible to get anything done today. On Tuesday, he got as close as he could to saying he is retired, but he refuses to say he is retired. However, don't expect him to come back to the game anytime soon. And while he is no longer the team's No. The Cardinals' 2020 season ended 164 days ago, and the team insists it still doesn't know Larry Fitzgerald's plans for 2021. In the Super Bowl, he had 7 catches for 127 yards and 2 touchdowns. Fitzgerald is still a free agent, and hasn't retired Fitzgerald has said during training camps this summer that he has not felt the urge to play. 2:18 pm ET. Larry's Background. Larry Fitzgerald Image Credits: Instagram 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. Kingsbury noted hed like to have Fitzgerald back on the roster for an 18th pro season. I've felt the urge to go out and do it, and I just don't feel that right now. "I just don't have the urge to play right now," Fitzgerald said in an interview with Jim Gray back in late August. 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 and internationally. "Not only was he a great one, he was as good as they get in the community and in our locker room as well.". Be sure to follow us on Twitter (@PFN365) to stay up to date with all things around the NFL. I haven't slightest idea. It catches up to all of us, especially those who take a beating eight months a year. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He has to want to put in the work and, after 17 years in the NFL, thats okay. The only question is when will Fitzgerald be eligible, as he has to be retired for at least five years before his name will be placed on the ballot. "I had a great run. Brady, sports broadcaster Jim Gray, and former NFL wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald have signed a multi-year extension. Never experienced that before. Larry has been the sports editor and columnist with the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder , one . 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. 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.". That remains unclear. He did not announce his retirement. January 28, 2022 2:49 pm MT Legendary Arizona Cardinals receiver Larry Fitzgerald did not play football in the 2021 season but never formally announced his retirement. ;) lol Im digging it but curious is all haha. "That's the part that's most important.". #AWS powered #NextGenStats is a game-changer for football fans, teams, and players. "I've done this for thirty-plus years and every year I have gone into it, I've felt a certain way. He didn't say no, though, when asked about if he was just skipping training camp. "Tremendous player," Keim said of Pitts, who is not expected to last until the 16th overall pick. 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. He would need 56 more touchdowns to tie the number one spot with, you guessed it, Jerry Rice. Subscribe on Apple podcasts or Spotify. "I don't know if it is going to change. Larry Fitzgerald opted not to play the 2021 season, the first step towards retirement after a stellar NFL career. . At this point, it seems like he won't return during the 2022 NFL playoffs and will enjoy his pseudo-retirement. And, frankly, Fitzgerald's return to Arizona would be detrimental to the team in a few ways. Same thing as last year. Fitzgerald has made. If Larry Fitzgerald does choose to retire, his rsum speaks for itself. Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald hasn't officially retired from the NFL, but it seems apparent his playing days are over. After 16 straight seasons of 100 or more targets, Fitzgeralds 72 was the first time in his career he was below the century mark. Thats why I just needed to take the time to make sure I was making a good clear, conscious decision and thats what was in my best interest.. Larry's number will be retired, inducted into the Ring of Honor, and we should get a statue of him at the stadium too. Can you name the 2 players who had 3-game streaks? Then, he went for 8 catches, 166 yards, and another touchdown versus the Carolina Panthers. 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