Larry Fitzgerald Career Touchdowns Record
Forever etched in red and white
Larry Darnell Fitzgerald Jr. (born August 31, 1983) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver for 17 seasons with the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Pittsburgh Panthers, earning unanimous All-American honors in 2003. Fitzgerald was selected by the Cardinals with the third overall pick in the 2004 NFL draft. He is widely considered by fans, coaches and peers to be one of the greatest receivers in NFL history.
- Team
- Arizona Cardinals
- Position
- Wide Receiver
- Draft Year
- 2004
- Retirement Year
- 2022
- Pro Bowls
- 10
- Super Bowl Appearance
- XLIII
Lore & Background
Fitzgerald was selected for the Pro Bowl eleven times. He was named first-team All-Pro in 2008 and second-team All-Pro twice in 2009 and 2011. He is second in NFL career receiving yards, second in career receptions, and sixth in career receiving touchdowns. He was named to the NFL 2010s All-Decade Team and NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2024 in his first year of eligibility. Fitzgerald became a minority owner of the Phoenix Suns of the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 2020.
In Their Own Story
The Arizona sun beats down on the turf of State Farm Stadium. The crowd roars, a sea of red and black rising in unison. Fitzgerald lines up at the top of the formation, eyes locked on the quarterback. The snap is sharp. He breaks off his route with practiced precision, creating just enough separation from the defender. The ball spirals through the air, landing perfectly in his hands as he crosses into the end zone. It is another touchdown, another chapter added to a legacy that will never be forgotten.
Reader's Guide
As a teenager, Fitzgerald worked as a ball boy for the Minnesota Vikings under coach Dennis Green. He attended and played high school football at the Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield, Minnesota. He spent a year at Valley Forge Military Academy in Pennsylvania. He attended the University of Pittsburgh, where he played for the Pittsburgh Panthers football team under head coach Walt Harris. While Larry Fitzgerald played two seasons at the University of Pittsburgh, he did not graduate from that academic institution. He was later featured in numerous public advertising campaigns touting his graduation from the University of Phoenix.
Did You Know?
- Fitzgerald is second in NFL career receiving yards, second in career receptions, and sixth in career receiving touchdowns.
- He was the first player in Pitt history with back-to-back 1,000-yard receiving seasons.
- Fitzgerald's 18 straight games with at least one touchdown reception is a school record.
- He became a minority owner of the Phoenix Suns in 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who holds the Arizona Cardinals career touchdown record?
Larry Fitzgerald stands as the definitive leader, having scored more touchdowns than any other player in franchise history. His longevity allowed him to accumulate this total over seventeen seasons with one organization.
Why is this record considered important to fans?
The record represents more than just stats; it serves as a testament to an era where he remained the constant heartbeat of the team. It highlights his loyalty during times when the franchise searched for stability.
Did Larry Fitzgerald play for any other NFL teams?
No, Fitzgerald played exclusively for the Arizona Cardinals from his draft year in 2004 until his retirement in 2022. This singular commitment makes his scoring achievements even more remarkable to supporters.
Can future players break Larry Fitzgerald's touchdown record?
It serves as a benchmark against which all future Cardinals receivers are measured, making it very difficult to surpass. His consistency redefined what was possible for loyalty in the NFL.
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