Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald said that worldwide protests against systemic racism and police brutality following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody must lead toward action in combating social justice issues.
Fitzgerald made the comments on a conference call with reporters on Friday (h/t ESPN's Josh Weinfuss):
"That's really what's going to effect change," Fitzgerald said.
The 16-year veteran, who is originally from Minneapolis, told reporters that he is currently in his hometown attending protests with his 12-year-old son, Devin, and providing help.
"I'm trying to put out fires here in Minneapolis right now.