With the NFL season nearing its conclusion fans were stoked for this week's action. But in the opening of ESPN's Sunday NFL Countdown, NFL Hall of Famer, Randy Moss, opened the show with sad news.
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Randy Moss Asks For Prayers Amid Health Battle
Moss did not go into much detail, but he did explain that he would be wearing glasses throughout the show and revealed that he and his family were "battling something internally," before asking for prayers from the viewers.
"I put a post up, maybe a few minutes ago, on Instagram," Moss explained. "Just telling people—you were talking about my eyes last week—and I just wanted to let the viewers know that me and my wife, and my family, we are battling something internally."
Moss appeared to be talking about a health-related battle because he gave a nod to the "great doctors," who have been working with him. Moss also emphasized that he did not want to miss the show even amid his health battle.
"I have some great doctors around me," Moss continued.
"Couldn't miss the show, could wait to be here with you guys. I feel great, but if y'all see me with these 'Michigan turnover glasses' that I have on. It's not being disrespectful because I'm on television, man. I'm battling something and I need all the prayer warriors. God bless you all and thanks for the prayers."
Fans Show Concern For Moss After Announcement
Following the announcement, fans weighed in with their concerns and well wishes on social media.
"Damn, hate hearing stuff like this. Praying for you Randy," one fan said on X, formerly known as Twitter.
"Prayers for you to overcome whatever you are battling!!! You can Moss it!!" another user added.
"Randy Moss is the most physically gifted player I have ever seen... the only person that comes close is Calvin Johnson...nothing but respect," another person said.
