Big congrats to Roger Craig, one of my all-time favorite players, on his upcoming induction into the NFL Hall of Fame (though I’m a bit bummed that he didn’t get in last year before I re-visited Canton). Whenever we chose “what player we were” at recess, I’d often chose Craig (even over Montana and Rice), just because I loved his versatility and effort.
Also congrats to Larry Fitzgerald, who we have some weird connections with. He played here in Phoenix, of course, but actually lived in our house—albeit years before we did, while he was waiting for his own house to get built (a sports agent owned the place and let his clients use it as needed).
In addition, my great aunt Delma was recognized as the “Arizona Cardinals oldest fan” after her 100th birthday with a VIP visit to the stadium and a conversation with Fitzgerald. Enjoying her wit, he apparently (jokingly?) invited her to join him at a Scottsdale club on the weekend. 😆
