Randy Moss

NFL Career:

• Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee (Class of 2018, First-ballot)

• 6× Pro Bowl Selection (1998, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2007)

• 4× First-Team All-Pro (1998, 2000, 2003, 2007)

• NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1998)

• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (2007, by PFWA)

• 5× NFL Touchdown Receptions Leader (1998, 2000, 2003, 2007, 2009)

• Member of the NFL 2000s All-Decade Team

• Member of the NFL 100th Anniversary All-Time Team

• 2× NFC Champion (1998, with Vikings; 2012, with 49ers)

Randy Moss had an extraordinary NFL career, solidifying himself as one of the greatest wide receivers in football history. Known for his unmatched combination of speed, size, and athleticism, Moss was a game-changing playmaker who rewrote the record books and left a lasting legacy in the league. Drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in the first round (21st overall) of the 1998 NFL Draft, Moss burst onto the scene with one of the most dominant rookie seasons in NFL history. He recorded 69 receptions for 1,313 yards and a rookie-record 17 touchdown catches, earning NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year honors and helping the Vikings to a 15-1 season.

Over his 14-year career, Moss played for the Vikings, Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots, Tennessee Titans, and San Francisco 49ers. Known for his big-play ability, Moss totaled 982 receptions for 15,292 yards and 156 touchdowns, ranking him among the top wide receivers in NFL history in nearly every major statistical category. His remarkable 15.6 yards per reception showcased his ability to stretch the field and score from anywhere on the field. Moss’ historic 2007 season with the Patriots was perhaps his finest, as he set the NFL record for 23 touchdown receptions in a single season and helped New England achieve a perfect 16-0 regular-season record. He was a key part of one of the most potent offenses in league history, and his incredible production earned him First-Team All-Pro honors that year.

Throughout his career, Moss was selected to the Pro Bowl six times and named First-Team All-Pro four times. He led the league in touchdown receptions five times (1998, 2000, 2003, 2007, 2009), further solidifying his reputation as one of the most dynamic scoring threats the game has ever seen. In recognition of his legendary career, Moss was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2018 in his first year of eligibility. Known for his iconic moments and ability to "Moss" defenders—a term that became synonymous with making spectacular catches over opponents—Randy Moss remains a symbol of excellence and excitement in the history of the NFL.

College Career:

After transferring from Florida State and redshirting for a year, Moss exploded onto the scene in 1996 during Marshall’s final season at the FCS (formerly Division I-AA) level. He set the single-season FCS record with 28 touchdown receptions, finishing the year with 78 catches for 1,709 yards, while helping the Thundering Herd win the FCS National Championship. His dominance earned him the Walter Payton Award, given to the best player in the FCS, making him the first wide receiver to win the prestigious honor.

In 1997, Moss transitioned with Marshall to the FBS (Division I-A) and continued to excel against tougher competition. He amassed 96 receptions for 1,820 yards and 26 touchdowns, leading the nation in all three categories. His ability to outpace defenders and make spectacular catches was unparalleled. That year, Moss helped the Thundering Herd to a 10-3 record and a berth in the Motor City Bowl, where he recorded 6 catches for 173 yards and a touchdown in Marshall's narrow loss.

Moss finished his two-year college career with 53 touchdown receptions, setting an NCAA record for most touchdown catches over a two-season span. His highlights included breathtaking plays and long touchdown receptions that amazed fans and solidified his status as one of the most electrifying players in the history of college football. He was a two-time First-Team All-American, receiving unanimous honors in 1997.