Larry Fitzgerald
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Career Milestones and Records
Fitzgerald ranks among the top in several NFL receiving categories. At one point, he was fifth all-time in receiving yards per game, alongside notable players such as Marvin Harrison, Torry Holt, Andre Johnson, and Calvin Johnson. In 2013, at the age of 30, he became the youngest player in NFL history to reach 11,000 career receiving yards, surpassing the previous record held by Randy Moss.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 31 Aug, 1983
- Age
- 36 yrs
- Occupations
- American football player
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Minneapolis
- Education
- University of Pittsburgh
- Gender
- Male
- Twitter Id
- LarryFitzgerald
- Net Worth 2021
- 50 million
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In 2011, Fitzgerald signed a contract extension worth $120 million with the Cardinals, making it one of the largest deals for a non-quarterback in league history at that time.
Philanthropy and Personal Life
Beyond football, Fitzgerald is known for his philanthropic work. He established the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund, which supports children and families through health, education, and positive recreational activities. This initiative reflects his long-standing commitment to community service.
Fitzgerald has two sons. While he largely maintains a private personal life, public records indicate that the mother of his older son once requested an order of protection. Nonetheless, Fitzgerald continues to focus on both his charitable endeavors and his family responsibilities.
Media Presence and Net Worth
Fitzgerald’s media presence extends beyond the field. His official Twitter handle is @LarryFitzgerald, where he engages with fans and promotes charitable causes. His estimated net worth is approximately $50 million, reflective of his lengthy career and business acumen.
In 2009, his father, Larry Fitzgerald Sr., gained notable attention for being the only journalist to cover his own son’s appearance in Super Bowl XLIII, where the Cardinals competed against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
