Larry Fitzgerald, a total game changer, already talked about the lessons he learned from the game during his Hall of Fame enshrinement back on April 17, 2026. Now, with the 2026 NFL Hall of Fame Game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Carolina Panthers on the horizon, Cardinals fans are absolutely buzzing. But it isn’t just about Fitz, because a survey of the most plugged-in Cardinals fans shows that while a majority are pumped to see the great Larry Fitzgerald honored, a full 30% are already bummed out. Why? The Cardinals decided they would not be using Jeremiyah Love in this one.
The GOAT Is Honored, But Another Name Is Missing
It’s no shocker that Larry Fitzgerald is still the main event for Cardinals faithful. The man’s a legend, and seeing him celebrated at the Hall is a massive deal. Even months after his enshrinement speech, his presence looms large over the franchise, and fans are clearly ready to soak in the nostalgia before any new football gets played. That connection to the past, and to a player who truly defined an era, is what keeps fans coming back for these big moments. It’s pure, unadulterated respect for greatness.
Fans Want Players On The Field, Not On The Sidelines
That decision to bench Jeremiyah Love for the Hall of Fame Game is really something else, especially when you consider what NFL fans actually want from these early games. A whopping 73% of fans think players should at least get a few series in during the preseason. It’s not about winning a Super Bowl in August, it’s about seeing the new blood, getting a feel for the team, and having something to talk about. Maybe Love gets some action in the next couple of preseason matchups, and the majority of Cardinals starters hit the field then, but for “tonight’s” game, fans are left wanting more.
So yeah, the Hall of Fame Game is happening, and our friends over at FanDuel Sportsbook even have the lines dropping. The Cardinals are 1.5-point underdogs against the Panthers, with the over/under sitting at 33.5. Are you taking the Cards as underdogs or hitting that over/under?
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Originally reported by Revenge of the Birds.
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