Randy Moss Stepping Away From ESPN Due to “Health Challenge”

Randy Moss announced on Sunday that he was dealing with a personal health situation. The legendary wide receiver did not disclose specifics of his situation. On Friday, ESPN released a statement about Moss’ job status. The network said Moss would be taking a leave of absence from “Sunday NFL Countdown” where he works as an NFL analyst, for what they dubbed a “personal health challenge.”

Viewers commented on a yellowish tint in Randy Moss’ eyes before he ever addressed any health concerns. When he made a statement on Sunday, Dec. 3, he wore sunglasses. Moss confirmed people’s fears, stating that he was facing a medical issue.

“Throughout the week of the holidays, your boy has been battling something internal,” Moss said via an Instagram post. “I just ask for all the prayer warriors to put their blessing hands on me and my family through these hard times.”

Moss attempted to ease concerns of his legions of fans.

“Your boy gonna get through it,” assured Moss. “I’ve got a great team of doctors and I got a great family around me.”

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ESPN Statement

The ESPN press release regarding Randy Moss read:

“Pro Football Hall of Famer Randy Moss will step away from Sunday Night NFL Countdown for an extended time to focus on a personal health challenge. He briefly addressed the matter at the start of the show on Dec. 1. For nearly a decade, Randy has been an invaluable member of the team, consistently elevating Countdown with his insight and passion. He has ESPN’s full support, and we look forward to welcoming him back when he’s ready.”

Randy Moss is widely considered one of the greatest wide receivers in NFL history. In addition to being a first-ballot inductee to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018, Moss was selected to the NFL’s 100th Anniversary All-Time Team in 2019.

During Moss’ 14-year career, he caught 982 passes for 15,292 yards and 156 touchdowns. He ranks second in NFL history in receiving touchdowns and fourth in total touchdowns. Moss holds the single-season NFL records for touchdown receptions by a rookie (17 in 1998 with Minnesota) and touchdown receptions (21 in 2007 with New England). Moss won the 1998 Offensive Rookie of the Year while playing for the Vikings and was a four-time selection as first-team All-Pro. He played four seasons with the New England Patriots (2007-2010), helping them to a 16-0 regular season record and an AFC title in 2007.

Patriots Football Now and the entire football community wishes Randy Moss a speedy and full recovery from whatever medical issue he is dealing with.