NFL legend Randy Moss announces cancer diagnosis

NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss revealed to fans in an Instagram live stream Friday that he was diagnosed with cancer.

During the live stream, Moss said he is a “cancer survivor,” adding that he spent six days in the hospital and had surgery. He thanked his team of doctors and all those who prayed for him.

“I’m a cancer survivor,” Moss said. “Some trying times, but we made it.”

Moss said doctors found cancer in his bile duct “right between the pancreas and the liver.”

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“I didn’t think I’d ever be in this position, as healthy as I thought I was.”

Moss stepped down from his role as an analyst on ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” on Dec. 6.

“As soon as I’m well enough to get back out with guys, I’ll be on set…Hopefully I can be with you guys soon,” Moss said.

“My goal is to get back on TV with my team.”

NFL LEGEND RANDY MOSS STAYS AWAY FROM ESPN FOR ‘EXTENDED TIME’ DUE TO. HEALTH PROBLEMS

Moss was revealed to be stepping away from ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” for an extended period to focus on a personal health challenge earlier in December in a statement from ESPN.

“(Moss) briefly addressed the matter at the start of the Dec. 1 show. For nearly a decade, Randy has been an invaluable member of the team, consistently elevating ‘Countdown’ with his insight and passion. He has ESPN’s full support, and we look forward to welcoming him back when he is ready,” ESPN’s statement said.

Moss revealed last week that he was battling an illness.

“I just wanted to let the viewers know that me and my wife and my family are fighting something internally. I have some amazing doctors around me. I couldn’t miss the show. I wanted to be here with you guys,” Moss said during the final week’s ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown.”

“I’m fine. But if you see me with these ‘Michigan turnover glasses’ that I’m wearing, it’s not being disrespectful because I’m on TV. It’s because I’m fighting something. I need for all the prayer warriors. God bless thanks for the prayers.”

During FOX NFL Sunday, several of Moss’ ex-New England Patriots teammates, including Tom Brady, shared their support for Moss.

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“One of the great teammates and friends that stays in touch to this day,” Brady said during FOX’s broadcast. “Our hearts are obviously with you, our prayers, all our positive energy. We love you so much, man.”

Rob Gronkowski added, “We’re thinking of you, Randy. We love you, man.”

Moss, 47, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2018 after playing 14 seasons with the Minnesota Vikings (1998-2004, 2010), Oakland Raiders (2005-06), New England Patriots (2007-10), Tennessee Titans ( 2010) and the San Francisco 49ers (2012).

Moss is second in NFL history with 156 touchdown catches and had an NFL record 23 TD receptions in 2007 for the Patriots.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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