Corridor of Famer Randy Moss goes to take an prolonged depart of absence from ESPN’s “NFL Countdown” to take care of a private well being difficulty, the community stated.
“Professional Soccer Corridor of Famer Randy Moss will step away from ‘NFL Countdown’ for an prolonged time to give attention to a private well being problem,” ESPN stated in an announcement. “He briefly addressed the matter at the beginning of the present on Dec. 1. For practically a decade, Randy has been a useful member of the staff, constantly elevating ‘Countdown’ together with his perception and fervour. He has ESPN’s full help, and we look ahead to welcoming him again when he’s prepared.”
Moss’ actual analysis is unknown. Moss, 47, won’t get replaced within the interim interval. The earlier Sunday, Moss addressed his points on “Countdown,” whereas sporting sun shades.
“I simply wished to let the viewers know that me and my spouse, me and my household, we’re battling one thing internally,” Moss stated. “I’ve some nice docs round me. I couldn’t miss the present. I wished to be right here with you guys. I really feel nice.
“But when y’all see me with these Michigan turnover glasses that I’ve on, it’s not being disrespectful as a result of I’m on tv, man. I’m battling one thing. I want all of the prayer warriors.”
Moss is taken into account one of many best receivers in NFL historical past. He’s fourth all-time with 15,292 receiving yards in 14 seasons. He was inducted into the Professional Soccer Corridor of Fame in 2018.
He beforehand labored on each Sunday and “Monday Evening Countdown,” however lower down by his personal selection to only Sundays previous to final season.
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