NFL Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss has revealed he is battling cancer after undergoing a six-hour surgery.
The 47-year-old former Minnesota Vikings star announced on Instagram Live that doctors had discovered cancer in his bile duct between his pancreas and liver.
Moss, who now works as an ESPN analyst, shared the news on Friday after spending six days in hospital recovering from the operation.
“I didn’t think I would ever be in a position like this, as healthy as I thought I was,” said Moss, who appeared in the video using a cane to help him walk.
Randy Moss has announced he is battling cancer
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Despite the challenging diagnosis, Moss struck an optimistic tone, declaring: “I am a cancer survivor. Some trying times, but we made it through.”
The NFL legend faces further treatment ahead, including chemotherapy and radiation procedures.
“Yes, it’s going to be a tough road with some chemo and radiation, but, like I said, man, I’m good,” he shared during the livestream.
Moss expressed gratitude to his medical team at the Charlotte-area medical centre, thanking the doctors and staff for helping “nurse me back to recovery that I’m able to get home to my family.”
Earlier this month, Moss stepped away from his role on ESPN’s Sunday NFL Countdown, citing a “personal health challenge.”
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The cancer cells were discovered following a previous operation to add a stent in his liver in November.
Speaking directly to his television colleagues and viewers, Moss said: “As soon as I get healthy [enough] to get back out with the guys, I will be on set.”
“Hopefully I can be with you guys soon. My goal is to get back on television with my team,” he added, expressing his determination to return to broadcasting.
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Randy Moss appeared to be using a cane while speaking on Instagram Live
In a show of support for cancer research, Moss announced he will be selling merchandise through his personal website, with most proceeds going to cancer research.
The NFL legend has also launched a “Let’s Moss Cancer” campaign on social media, playing on his surname which became a verb among football fans to describe dominating defensive players.
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Randy Moss is widely regarded as one of the greatest wide receivers of all time
During his illustrious 14-year NFL career, Moss caught 982 passes for 15,292 yards and made 156 touchdown catches – the second most in NFL history behind Jerry Rice.
He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2018 after successful spells with several teams, including setting an NFL season record of 23 touchdown receptions with the New England Patriots in 2007.