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NFL legend Randy Moss discloses surgery and a cancer diagnosis.
Following the disclosure of a “internal” health concern, Randy Moss leaves ESPN.
This past Sunday, the Hall of Fame wide receiver revealed that he’s “battling something” and encouraged men to have blood work done.
Hall of Fame wide receiver and ESPN football commentator Randy Moss will take “extended time” off work to address “a personal health challenge,” the network said on Friday.
On the set of “Sunday NFL Countdown,” Moss first revealed to fans that he had an unknown medial condition. He also encouraged males to be especially mindful of health checkups.
In order “to focus on a personal health challenge,” “Pro Football Hall of Famer Randy Moss will step away from” his Sunday morning pregame program, an ESPN statement said.
Randy has been a vital team player for almost 10 years, always improving ‘Countdown’ with his enthusiasm and wisdom. ESPN is fully behind him, and we hope to see him again when he’s ready.
Robert Griffin III, a former NFL quarterback who thanked Moss with helping him get into TV, urged his 2.2 million X followers to pray for Moss.
“He helped a brother out with his generosity and open arms, which is uncommon in any field. “Love him,” wrote Griffin.
Moss stated he was dealing with a health issue in two Instagram postings on Sunday.
You know, guy, I’m fighting an internal battle. Moss went on, “Your boy will overcome this.” “I am surrounded by a wonderful family and a fantastic team of doctors.”
Moss, 47, made it clear that “all you men” should “get your blood work done and we’ll work through it,” even if he did not reveal the specifics of the condition he could be battling.
According to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, men over 55 should talk about getting examined for prostate cancer, and individuals 45 and older should get evaluated for colon cancer.
Other health issues that may be screened for on a regular basis include diabetes, heart disease, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
Moss stated this past Sunday, “I just want to keep a lot of things private at this time, and you all just bear with me.” “However, as I mentioned, I need your prayers.”
In 2018, Moss received his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
He earned Super Bowl appearances with the New England Patriots and the San Francisco 49ers, but his tenure with the Minnesota Vikings is what made him most famous. During his 14-season career, he also had spells with the Tennessee Titans and Oakland Raiders.
He has 156 touchdown catches, which is second only to Jerry Rice’s 197. Moss had a solid 15,292 yards from his receptions, ranking fourth all-time behind Terrell Owens (15,934), Larry Fitzgerald (17,492), and Rice (22,895).
NFL legend Randy Moss discloses surgery and a cancer diagnosis.
The city of Minneapolis NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss told fans Friday that he has been diagnosed with cancer, after his announcement earlier this month that he was leaving the broadcasting profession.
Moss assured supporters who were concerned about his health during a Friday afternoon Instagram livestream that he is a “cancer survivor.” He said that he had surgery and was hospitalized for six days. He expressed gratitude to his medical staff and everyone who prayed for him.
When Moss remarked, “I am a cancer survivor,” “Some trying times, but we made it through.”
According to Moss, medical professionals discovered cancer in the bile duct “just between the pancreas and the liver.”
“I didn’t think I would ever be in this position, as healthy as I thought I was,” he stated.
Earlier this month, Moss, 47, resigned from his position as an ESPN broadcaster, claiming a “personal health challenge” as the cause.
On December 1, the former Minnesota Vikings player initially shared his health problems with his followers on Instagram, stating that he “has been battling something internal” and requesting prayers.
Since then, the Vikings management, past players, and media colleagues have showered Moss with support.
“I just want to, on behalf of the whole Minnesota Vikings organization, just send him our well wishes and support,” stated Kevin O’Connell, the head coach of the Minnesota Vikings. “We love Randy and know our fanbase feels the same way.”
Moss is fourth all-time in receiving yards (15,292) and second all-time in receiving touchdowns (156), having played for the Vikings, New England Patriots, Oakland Raiders, Tennessee Titans, and San Francisco 49ers during his 14 seasons in the league. He joined ESPN in 2016 after retiring in 2012, and in 2018 he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Moss is honored by the Vikings on Monday night.
Prior to their home game against the Chicago Bears on Monday night, the Vikings paid tribute to Moss.
In the middle of the coin toss, Minnesota pulled out Moss’s jersey.
The stadium announcer added, “Let’s Moss cancer in honor of Randy Moss and all those fighting cancer.”
As Moss’s old teammates Jake Reed and Cris Carter held up his shirt, the fans chanted for him.
On X, Moss replied, “LUV U ALL!”
After collecting a 7-yard touchdown in the first quarter, Justin Jefferson also shown his support for Moss.
He told the camera, “We love you, Randy,” following the touchdown.
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