ESPN's “Sunday NFL Countdown” will be without Randy Moss indefinitely.
Last Sunday, Moss asked viewers for prayers regarding an undisclosed medical issue he is dealing with.
ESPN announced Friday Moss will be stepping away from the network's longtime Sunday NFL pregame show “for an extended period of time to focus on personal health issues,” the statement said.
“For nearly a decade, Randy has been a valued member of our team, consistently elevating 'Countdown' with his insight and passion. He has the full support of ESPN and is ready to help.” We look forward to welcoming him back in the future,” the department said in a statement.
During Sunday's show, Moss said he may have to wear sunglasses before delivering a message about his health.
“I just wanted to let the viewers know, me and my wife, me and my family, that we're all fighting something internally,” Moss said on the show. “I have some great doctors around me. I couldn't miss the show. I wanted to be here with you all. It feels great.
“But when you guys see me wearing those Michigan Success glasses, it's not disrespectful because I'm on TV. I'm fighting something. Everything. We need prayer warriors.”
Moss is the greatest wideout of all time, best known for his time with the Vikings and Patriots.
He also played for the Raiders, Titans and 49ers during an NFL career that spanned from 1998 to 2012 (with a gap year in 2011) and included six Pro Bowl selections and four All-Pro First Team selections.
