Pittsburgh, PA, August 8, 2026 —

Larry Fitzgerald Jr., a celebrated former University of Pittsburgh athlete and NFL icon, has officially been inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The enshrinement ceremony took place on Saturday.

Fitzgerald concluded a remarkable 17-year career with the Arizona Cardinals, during which he set numerous records and earned significant accolades. His achievements on the field have solidified his status as one of the National Football League’s all-time greatest players.

During his acceptance speech, Fitzgerald specifically recognized the profound impact that both the city of Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh had on his professional trajectory and personal development.



Story summarized from the original created by Sierra Rehm on www.wpxi.com, see more information here.

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