Pro Football Hall of Famer Randy Moss is taking a break from ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” to focus on a personal health challenge, the network announced on Friday.
“Randy has been a valuable member of the team for almost a decade, bringing insight and passion to Countdown. ESPN fully supports him and looks forward to his return,” ESPN’s statement read.
Moss, 47, disclosed last week that he was facing an illness, explaining his need for glasses.
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Randy Moss broadcasts from the ESPN “Monday Night Football Countdown” set before a game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)
“I just wanted to let the viewers know that me and my wife and my family are battling something internally. I have some great doctors around me. I couldn’t miss the show. I wanted to be here with you guys,” Moss said during last week’s ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown.”
“I feel great. But if you see me with these ‘Michigan turnover glasses’ that I have on, it’s not being disrespectful because I’m on television. It’s because I’m battling something. I need all the prayer warriors. God bless you all. Thanks for the prayers.”
NFL LEGEND RANDY MOSS REVEALS HE’S BATTLING HEALTH ISSUE
Former NFL player Randy Moss poses with his wife Lydia Griffith for a photo at the New England Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony for Tom Brady at Gillette Stadium. (Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports)
The former Minnesota Vikings and New England Patriots star wide receiver did not disclose the specific health issue he is facing.
Moss continued to work during the show last week while dealing with his illness, with his ESPN co-hosts wearing glasses in solidarity.
“It’s beautifully said. All for one and one for all. If he’s wearing glasses, we’re all wearing glasses today,” Greenberg said.
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ESPN commentator and NFL Hall of Fame member Randy Moss on the sidelines before a game between the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium. (Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports)
Moss had a successful career in the NFL, playing 14 seasons and ranking second in the Vikings’ all-time receiving yards with 9,316 yards.
The six-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro will celebrate his 48th birthday in February.
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