Randy Moss Details Cancer Fight and Teases ESPN Comeback
Fresh hot take: Randy Moss is living rent-free in our feeds again. The Hall of Famer who stepped away from Sunday NFL Countdown after a bile duct cancer diagnosis is gearing up for a triumphant return to TV. In an exclusive chat with Michael Babcock on the TMZ Sports TV show on FS1, Moss opened up about the “roller coaster” journey through cholangiocarcinoma treatment and threw down a lighthearted challenge to co-host Rex Ryan.
Moss joked that while he missed colleagues Greenie, Alex Smith, and Teddy Bridgewater, Rex Ryan was not exactly at the top of that list. “Rex, if you’re hearing this, I am coming back, so scoot over,” he quipped. That quick burn set the tone for his announcement that ESPN welcomed him back with “open arms” after a two-month medical hiatus. As week one of the NFL season draws near, Moss said he cannot wait to rejoin the crew and break down the latest gridiron drama.
The diagnosis landed last season when doctors confirmed Moss had cholangiocarcinoma, a rare form of bile duct cancer. He immediately underwent extensive surgery followed by additional treatments, forcing him off the air. In the TMZ Sports segment, Moss explained how being sidelined felt like an emotional roller coast and how hard it was to be away from the show’s camaraderie. He described missing his teammates on and off the field almost as much as missing family dinners.
Support poured in from fans, friends, and fellow athletes. Moss revealed he received encouraging messages from strangers, NFL peers, and celebrities like singer Montell Jordan. That outpouring of well wishes, he said, was invaluable. “I thank everybody for their love and their prayers. I really felt everything,” Moss admitted. With his faith and a supportive medical team, he credits the experience for reshaping his perspective on life and sport.
These days, Moss looks and feels great. He recently swapped the broadcast booth for the kitchen at one of his new Crisppi’s Chicken restaurants to show off some hands-on hustle. Balancing business ventures with a busy sports calendar, he is focused on staying healthy as Week One approaches in less than two months.
His return will not only mark a personal milestone but also a testament to resilience. With a clear voice, Moss plans to channel his on-field intensity into TV analysis for ESPN’s Sunday NFL Countdown. Fans can expect his trademark insight, quick wit, and perhaps a few more playful digs at Rex Ryan.
Anyway, that’s the tea on Moss’s next chapter. Stay tuned for kickoff and prepare for some prime-time energy.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ
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