Arizona Cardinals
Larry Fitzgerald - #11 - WR
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 218 lbs. |
| Birthday | 08/31/1983 |
| Birthplace | Minneapolis, MN |
| College | Pittsburgh |
| Years played | 10 |
| Drafted | 2004, 1st round, 3rd pick by Cardinals |
The First Fifteen: Week Five
Here's an early look at the Week Five action, the first shortened (and the bye isn't coming at a great time for a few teams) week of the 2011 NFL season.
Cardinals must get act together in crunch time
As long as the Cardinals keep saving their worst for last, a frustrating dry spell figures to continue as far as victories in the desert are concerned.
Shorts and Shells: Week Four
We discuss Cam Newton's distaste for big numbers in close losses; the controversial finish to Giants-Cardinals; the amazing start by wide receivers; and plenty more.
Giants escape desert with 31-27 win
Eli Manning threw two touchdown passes in a 58-second span late in the game and the Giants rallied to stun the Cardinals 31-27 on Sunday.
Cardinals could ill afford to lose Haggans
Arizona hopes it won't lose OLB Clark Haggans, who reportedly could be suspended for violating the NFL's personal-conduct policy.
Seahawks grab first win of the season
Behind QB Tavaris Jackson, the Seahawks picked up their first win by beating the Cardinals 13-10 on Sunday.
Cardinals appear to be lacking defensive leadership
Daiiy team observers believe a lack of leadership in the Cardinals' defense has been clearly evident in the season's early stages.
Gano kicks 'Skins past Cardinals
Graham Gano's 34-year dfield goal with 1:45 remaining clincehd a 22-21 Redskins win Sunday over the Cardinals.
Brown's future with Cardinals not looking too bright
We hear the prospect of a long-term future in the desert is looking dim for former first-round OLT Levi Brown, who continues to struggle in pass protection.
Cardinals spoil Newton's NFL debut
Patrick Peterson made amends for a long afternoon at cornerback with an 89-yard punt return for the go-ahead touchdown and the Cardinals escaped with a 28-21 victory over the Panthers.
Cardinals throwing caution to wind with young CBs
For better or worse, the Cardinals will be counting on two cornerbacks starting for the first time at the pro level in Patrick Peterson and A.J. Jefferson.
Only Bucs fail to avoid blackout
The Cardinals, Chargers and Rams announced on Thursday they have avoided blackouts and that their Week One games will be shown on local TV.
The First Fifteen: Early Week One primer
In the inaugural edition of "The First Fifteen," we look at the 15 most compelling story lines as we enter Week One.
Cardinals 2011 preview
The Cardinals desperately hope their expensive gamble on QB Kevin Kolb will make fans forget Kurt Warner and save coach Ken Whisenhunt's job.
No serious competition for Cardinals' Porter
The Cardinals were hoping that one of their young players would challenge Joey Porter for the starting ROLB job, but it didn't happen, according to our NFC Whispers.
PLAYER NEWS
Fitzgerald had eight catches for 111 yards in Sunday's 28-13 loss to Chicago.|||||||
Fitzgerald is a proven superstar and his four TD receptions is evidence of the Cards' QB problems since there is no way that should happen for a player in his prime of this caliber. The Cardinals have not thrown a TD pass in six games.
Fitzgerald caught six passes for 93 yards, including a 9-yarder for a touchdown in Sunday's 19-16 OT loss to Buffalo.|||||||
In the process, he topped 10,000 yards receiving for his career even though he's 10 months shy of his 30th birthday.
Fitzgerald had eight receptions for 92 yards in Thursday's 17-3 loss to the Rams.|||||||
Fitzgerald's 5-yard catch in the first quarter marked the 122nd straight game with a catch, a franchise record.
On Sunday, Fitzgerald caught a pass for the 121st consecutive game, tying the franchise record held by Mel Gray.|||||||
It's second-longest active streak in NFL behind Tony Gonzalez (183).
Fitzgerald has become the youngest player with 700 receptions.|||||||
Fitzgerald needed two catches to reach 700 and did it quickly against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, catching a 4-yard pass from Kevin Kolb in the first quarter to hit the mark.