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Larry Fitzgerald’s Son Announces Major Offer From Top College Football Program
© Cheryl Evans/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK

Clemson made a splash on the recruiting trail this weekend by offering 2026 wide receiver Devin Fitzgerald, the son of NFL icon Larry Fitzgerald. The 6-foot-2, 195-pound standout from Brophy College Prep in Phoenix, Arizona, announced the news on Saturday morning following a visit to Clemson’s campus.

“Excited to announce that I’ve been offered by Clemson University! Huge thanks to Coach Swinney for the great conversation and belief in me,” Fitzgerald posted on social media, signaling a key step forward in his recruitment.

Fitzgerald’s pedigree is no small part of the intrigue. His father, Larry Fitzgerald, was one of the most consistent and productive receivers in NFL history, playing 17 seasons with the Arizona Cardinals and earning numerous accolades, including a Walter Payton Man of the Year Award in 2025. 

The elder Fitzgerald also starred at Pitt, where he finished as a Heisman runner-up—making Devin’s recruitment a full-circle moment for college football fans.

But the younger Fitzgerald is building a name of his own. He led his high school team as a junior with 52 receptions for 720 yards and nine touchdowns. His offer list already includes Arizona, Arizona State, UCLA, Notre Dame, North Carolina, Stanford, and Florida State.

Clemson currently holds three wide receiver commits in the 2026 class but may be seeking a fourth. Fitzgerald was the only wideout on campus during this official visit weekend, highlighting how seriously the Tigers are prioritizing him. 

With official visits still scheduled to Stanford, Notre Dame, UNC, and Arizona State—and a commitment announcement slated for July 5—the Tigers have positioned themselves well at the right time.

Devin’s recruitment is becoming one of the more fascinating storylines in the 2026 class—not only for his bloodline but for his growing résumé and the national interest he’s generating on his own terms.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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