Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. [126] Moss had seven games with least 100 receiving yards on the year. Tennessee was docked $100,000 for the Alabama field storm, but school president Randy Boyd declared, with a victory cigar in hand, It doesnt matter. Randy Moss. [292] The team was reportedly shut down in 2012. "[207] He compared Moss's ability to see the field and anticipate plays to that of Tom Brady, and to Lawrence Taylor, who Belichick coached with the New York Giants. Player in 2018 Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Moss was arrested, and a search of his vehicle revealed a joint amounting to less than a gram of marijuana in his ashtray. WebRandy Moss College Stats, School, Draft, Gamelog, Splits | College Football at Sports-Reference.com Randy Moss School: Marshall Position: WR Heisman Voting : 4th in 1997 Draft: 1st round, 21st overall of the 1998 NFL draft by the Minnesota Vikings Randy Packers quarterback Brett Favre, who once said, "There is no one in this league who puts fear in people more than Randy Moss,"[167] tried to persuade team management to trade for him, but a deal that both sides could agree to did not get done. [143] He played in Week 7 against the Tennessee Titans, but had no receptions in a game for the first time in his career. [165], There were rumors leading up to the 2007 NFL Draft that the Raiders were eager to part ways with Randy Moss through a trade. Randy Moss toyed with defenders while playing at Marshall, and many think if he had been at a big-time school, he would have been the Heisman winner. I might have fun. Notre Dame officials suggested he attend Florida State due to the reputation of its coach, Bobby Bowden, for handling troubled players. [191][192][193], On February 28, 2008, Moss became a free agent after the Patriots decided not to place the franchise tag on Moss. Born: Randy Moss said "I didn't really care much about the Randy Ratio when it was brought up. [168], During the first day of the NFL Draft, the Patriots and Raiders discussed the trade several times before reaching an agreement. [154] In the following game, he had five receptions for 127 receiving yards and one touchdown in the 2317 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Draft Year 1998. [236][237], On February 13, 2012, his 35th birthday, Moss announced that he was coming out of retirement and was ready to play again. [citation needed] The decision proved correct. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. [101] Culpepper had been the team's first-round draft pick in 1999; with a pick they received from the Redskins for quarterback Brad Johnson. During the 1998 NFL Draft, Moss, who was projected as a high first-round pick,[13] was taken by the Minnesota Vikings with the 21st overall pick after a number of NFL clubseven those in need of a WRwere concerned with Moss's well-documented legal problems. "[23], After originally signing a letter of intent to play college football with Notre Dame in 1995, Moss took part in a racially charged fight at his high school that left one person hospitalized. WebGet complete game-by-game stats for wide receiver Randy Moss on ESPN. The Patriots had acquired the draft pick the previous day from the San Francisco 49ers, and the Raiders selected John Bowie. [224] His final game in New England came in Week 4 on Monday Night Football against the Miami Dolphins; he did not record a catch in the game for the first time in his Patriots career as a touchdown pass attempt off a fake spike bounced off his hands in the end zone. [120] The Vikings finished with a 511 record and missed the playoffs. Culpepper was a rookie sensation, the Vikings started 70, and Moss was a leading MVP candidate. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018, and is a member of the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team and the NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team. He streaked down the right sideline and caught an 80-yard touchdown pass from Pennington to tie the score at 77. He was scheduled to earn $3.5 million in 2001. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? [71][72] In Week 13, against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving Day, Moss finished with three catches for 163 yards and three touchdowns all for 50+ yards as the Vikings beat the Cowboys 4636. [186][187] His 2007 season featured touchdowns in 13 of 16 games (including eight multi-touchdown games), nine 100-yard games, and six touchdown receptions of 40 or more yards. [158][159], In Week 7 of the 2006 season, Moss had seven receptions for 129 yards and one touchdown in the 229 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. College Football at Sports-Reference.com Blog and Articles. [177] He earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his game against the Colts. [52] Numerous teams had scouts on hand with many noting the work-out was jaw dropping, with one Cowboys scout naming Moss the "most gifted prospect in football history".[55]. [16], In addition to playing football at DuPont, Moss was twice named West Virginia Player of the Year in basketball (in 1994 when he was co-player of the year and in 1995), where he was a teammate of future NBA player Jason Williams. He quickly quieted critics who claimed that his skills had deteriorated by hauling in nine receptions for 181 yards, including a 51-yard touchdown reception in which he ran past three Jets defenders. [148] NFL on Fox announcer Joe Buck called it a "disgusting act.[149] Moss was fined $10,000 for his actions. [117] In the following game against the Tennessee Titans, he had seven receptions for 158 receiving yards and a touchdown in the 4224 victory. [197] The play occurred in the first half against the Kansas City Chiefs when safety Bernard Pollard dove at Brady's leg while in his throwing motion. Deion's my measuring stick for athletic ability, and this kid was just a bigger Deion." [113], Just prior to the start of training camp in July, Vikings owner Red McCombs signed Moss to an 8-year, $75 million contract extension. Get complete game-by-game stats for wide receiver Randy Moss on ESPN. Later on at Marshall University, he would go on to lower his 200-meter time to 21.15. WebRandy Moss Position: WR Height: 6-4 Weight: 215 Birthdate: February 13, 1977 College: Marshall Draft: Selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the 1st round (21st overall) of the After the draft, Moss signed a 4-year, $4.5 million contract that included an additional $4 million in bonuses and incentives. He earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his game against Green Bay. Coach Bobby Bowden revoked his scholarship and Moss was dismissed from Florida State University for the failed drug test. Randy Moss had 982 receptions over his career. Bill Belichick spoke with Moss for the first time about the possibility of joining the Patriots at 2:30 Sunday morning. He was scheduled to finish the remainder of his 30-day sentence for misdemeanor battery while in high school. [73][74] For his game against Dallas, Moss earned another NFC Offensive Player of the Week nomination. Moss was also the leading kickoff returner in Division I-AA on the season, with 612 total yards and a 34.0-yard average. [115] He earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week. In the first week of training camp, during an 11-on-11 passing drill, Moss suffered a hamstring injury to his left leg. [178], On November 4, 2007, James Black, NFL Editor for Yahoo! Moss has little contact with his father. [202], In the season opener of 2009, Moss caught a career-high 12 passes for 141 yards in a comeback 2524 victory over the Buffalo Bills. [135] In Week 16 against the Kansas City Chiefs, he had seven receptions for 111 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 4520 victory. Moss later claimed that the quotes were taken out of context. Every Sports Reference Social Media Account, Site Last Updated: Monday, May 1, 2:31PM. February 13,1977 Once he was cleared by Patriots officials, the teams completed a trade that sent Randy Moss to New England for a fourth-round selection in the 2007 NFL Draft. Draft Info. [96] Minnesota lost in the Divisional Round to the St. Louis Rams 4937, despite Moss catching nine passes for 188 yards and two touchdowns. Trying to pull out a last-second win, Pennington connected with Moss on a 40-yard pass on the final play of the game, but he was stripped of the ball as time expired. [164] Days later, he reiterated his unhappiness with losing games and being a member of the Raiders on his weekly segment with Fox Sports Radio, saying, "I might want to look forward to moving somewhere else next year to have another start and really feel good about going out here and playing football". Some school's results have been altered by retroactive NCAA penalties. He was the West Virginia state champion in the 100 and 200 meter dash. [134] In the following game against the Seattle Seahawks, he had eight receptions for 133 receiving yards and two receiving touchdowns in the 347 victory. Join our linker program. [38] The second game of the season saw Moss pick up right where he left off in 1996. [98], Moss earned his second straight Pro Bowl appearance, and turned in a record-breaking performance. Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round (21st overall) of the 1998 NFL draft. When was Randy Moss inducted to the Hall of Fame? Randy Moss was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018. How many times was Randy Moss selected to the Pro Bowl? Randy Moss was selected to the Pro Bowl six times. What position did Randy Moss play? [30], Ultimately, Moss transferred to Marshall University, about an hour's drive from his home. During his first stint with the Minnesota Vikings, from 1998 to 2004, Moss earned a total of $45.7 million. 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[116] In Week 12 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, he had eight receptions for 144 receiving yards and one touchdown in the 2116 loss. 13/2/1977. [24] On March 23, 1995, Moss had backed a friend in a hallway fight against a white student who had allegedly used racist comments towards Randy's friend. [176] In Week 9, against the Indianapolis Colts, he had nine receptions for 145 yards and a touchdown in the 2420 victory. [70], In Week 12, against the Packers in a second divisional matchup, Moss had eight receptions for 153 receiving yards and a touchdown in the 2814 victory. [238], On March 12, 2012, Moss signed a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers for undisclosed financial terms after a workout with the team's head coach Jim Harbaugh. 2004 was the first season in his career that he failed to reach the 1,000-yard mark. During his first week in jail, Moss was given a drug test that came back positive. As a sophomore in 1992, at the age of 15, Moss joined the track & field team and was the West Virginia state champion in the 100 and 200 meters with times of 10.79 seconds[19] and 21.95 seconds,[20] respectively. [1][12] He attended DuPont High School, one of two schools that later consolidated into Riverside High School, where he excelled in football, basketball, baseball, and track. Moss was also the leading kickoff returner in Division I-AA on the season, with 612 total yards and a 34.0-yard average. [196], The first game of the 2008 season saw Brady suffer a torn ACL in his left knee while attempting a pass to Moss. 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A six-time Pro Bowl and four-time first-team All-Pro selection, Moss was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round of the 1998 NFL Draft, where he set the single-season record for touchdown receptions in a rookie season and was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. [221], Moss had two receptions in Week 2 against the New York Jets, including a 34-yard touchdown that he caught one-handed after beating All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis. WebPlayers: 73 pro players Drafted: 45 players Top AV: Randy Moss (124) Colleges Index Marshall NFL/AFL Players All Drafted Players Players' Pro Stats An ad blocker has likely So, me personally, it looked dirty. "[123], The Randy Ratio did not last very long, as Tice scrapped the idea midway through the 2002 season. [90] In the following game, he had seven receptions for 127 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown in the 3527 victory over the San Diego Chargers. Speed 4.4. [308] No criminal charges were filed in the incident.[309]. I have had fun throughout my years and, you know, predominantly in the offseason." [195] The contract included a $12 million signing bonus, and a total of $14.1 million guaranteed. Only Randy Moss is taller than Perriman on this list. [241] Since the retirement of Terrell Owens at the end of 2010, he had been the NFL's active leader in receiving yards. Moss has five children: Lexi Adkins, Sydney, Senali, Thaddeus, and Montigo. [297] In 2019, Moss was named to the National Football League 100th Anniversary All-Time Team.[298]. Skip to main Fantasy. Logos were compiled by the amazing SportsLogos.net. Randy was also on the school's debate team. 13/2/1977. All values from 1998 Marshall Pro Day/private workout. Skip to main [211], The following week, in a prime time Sunday night matchup against the Indianapolis Colts, Moss had 179 yards and two touchdowns, including a 63-yard touchdown in the second quarter that moved him ahead of Terrell Owens for sole possession of second place in career touchdown receptions. Draft Info. Moss eventually went on to play in Super Bowl XLVII, where he had two receptions for 41 yards in a 3431 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

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