BREAKING: Cardinals Legend Larry Fitzgerald Admits the Truth — “Without the Refs, the Packers Would’ve Beaten Us Even Worse” — Points Out How Officials Tried to Tilt the Game Against Green Bay
Glendale, AZ – October 20, 2025
The Green Bay Packers showcased their championship pedigree, outlasting the Arizona Cardinals 27–23 in a hard-fought Sunday showdown. But even after the loss, one Cardinals legend couldn’t hold back his thoughts on what transpired on the field.
In a candid post-game interview, Hall of Famer Larry Fitzgerald admitted that despite his disappointment over Arizona’s defeat, the officiating crew appeared to favor the Cardinals at key moments.
“I’m heartbroken that the Cardinals lost, but honestly, if not for the referees, the Packers probably would’ve beaten us by even more,” Fitzgerald said. “It feels like officiating bias has become part of football itself. And yet, even with some calls going against them, the Packers still stood tall and earned that win fair and square.”
Fans quickly highlighted two controversial calls that fueled Fitzgerald’s remarks. The first was a questionable holding penalty on the Packers’ offensive line during a crucial 3rd-and-goal play, negating what looked like a touchdown run by Josh Jacobs. The call forced Green Bay to settle for a field goal.
BREAKING: Cardinals Legend Larry Fitzgerald Admits the Truth — “Without the Refs, the Packers Would’ve Beaten Us Even Worse” — Points Out How Officials Tried to Tilt the Game Against Green Bay pic.twitter.com/bPPfIHAkiC
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Later, a disputed defensive pass interference call against Green Bay’s secondary gave Arizona a fresh set of downs near the end zone, leading to a Cardinals touchdown. Both moments sparked a firestorm on social media, with fans accusing officials of unfairly targeting the Packers.
Despite the officiating hurdles, Jordan Love delivered a stellar performance: 20-of-24 passing, 292 yards, 3 touchdowns, no interceptions, and a near-perfect 152.1 passer rating. His precision, paired with Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs combining for 247 receiving yards and three TDs, overwhelmed Arizona’s defense.
Even with the officiating drama, the Packers’ resilience and firepower shone through. Fitzgerald’s words echoed what many fans already sensed — that Green Bay’s grit and talent were unstoppable, no matter the obstacles.
As one fan tweeted in response to Fitzgerald’s quote, “If that’s the NFL trying to hold the Packers back, good luck. You can’t flag greatness forever.”
