Rumors of Randy Moss’ cancer diagnosis made waves across the Internet last week. On Monday night, the Minnesota Vikings honored Moss ahead of their matchup against the Chicago Bears—shortly after Moss confirmed his diagnosis.
After the pregame coin toss, Jake Reed and Cris Carter walked onto the field holding up Moss’ number—the number 84 jersey. Vikings legends themselves, Reed, Carter, and Moss are affectionately known as “Three Deep,” one of the most famous receiver trios in NFL history.
As Reed and Carter made their way across the field, Vikings fans roared in support of Moss. “In honor of Randy Moss and all those fighting cancer, let’s Moss cancer,” the in-stadium announcer said.
Rumors of Randy Moss’ cancer diagnosis made waves across the Internet last week. On Monday night, the Minnesota Vikings honored Moss ahead of their matchup against the Chicago Bears—shortly after Moss confirmed his diagnosis.
After the pregame coin toss, Jake Reed and Cris Carter walked onto the field holding up Moss’ number—the number 84 jersey. Vikings legends themselves, Reed, Carter, and Moss are affectionately known as “Three Deep,” one of the most famous receiver trios in NFL history.
As Reed and Carter made their way across the field, Vikings fans roared in support of Moss. “In honor of Randy Moss and all those fighting cancer, let’s Moss cancer,” the in-stadium announcer said.
Love and encouragement towards Moss remained the theme of the night. Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson paid homage to the former wide receiver after scoring an early touchdown.
“We love you Randy! That’s for you!” he yelled to the camera as he formed a heart with his hands.
Fans began to speculate about Moss’ health issues after he appeared on NFL Countdown with yellowed eyes last month. Shortly after, he addressed the elephant in the room, saying he’s been battling something internal—but that he’s going to get through it.
“I just ask for all the prayer warriors to put their blessing hands on me and my family through these hard times,” the NFL Hall of Famer said.
Days later, it was announced that Moss would step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN to “focus on a personal health challenge.”
“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 is ready,” ESPN said in its official statement.
Last Friday, Moss officially announced his cancer diagnosis. He appeared in an Instagram live video with a cane and hospital bands, sharing that he is a cancer survivor.
Following a Thanksgiving day surgery to put a stent on his liver, Moss underwent a 6-hour whipple procedure to remove the cancer. He was hospitalized for six days and released on Friday—the same day he shared the video.
Moss said a cancerous mass was found in his bile duct, between his pancreas and liver. As part of his treatment, Moss will undergo radiation and chemotherapy.
“I am a cancer survivor. Some trying times, but we made it through. I didn’t think I would ever be in a position like this, as healthy as I thought I was,” Moss shares in the video.
Love and encouragement towards Moss remained the theme of the night. Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson paid homage to the former wide receiver after scoring an early touchdown.
“We love you Randy! That’s for you!” he yelled to the camera as he formed a heart with his hands.
Fans began to speculate about Moss’ health issues after he appeared on NFL Countdown with yellowed eyes last month. Shortly after, he addressed the elephant in the room, saying he’s been battling something internal—but that he’s going to get through it.
“I just ask for all the prayer warriors to put their blessing hands on me and my family through these hard times,” the NFL Hall of Famer said.
Days later, it was announced that Moss would step away from his broadcasting role at ESPN to “focus on a personal health challenge.”
“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 is ready,” ESPN said in its official statement.
Last Friday, Moss officially announced his cancer diagnosis. He appeared in an Instagram live video with a cane and hospital bands, sharing that he is a cancer survivor.
Following a Thanksgiving day surgery to put a stent on his liver, Moss underwent a 6-hour whipple procedure to remove the cancer. He was hospitalized for six days and released on Friday—the same day he shared the video.
Moss said a cancerous mass was found in his bile duct, between his pancreas and liver. As part of his treatment, Moss will undergo radiation and chemotherapy.
“I am a cancer survivor. Some trying times, but we made it through. I didn’t think I would ever be in a position like this, as healthy as I thought I was,” Moss shares in the video.
