“Your Boy is a cancer survivor. As soon as I get healthy to get back out with you guys, I will be on set. Hopefully, I can be with you guys soon.” It was in December 2024 that the legendary Randy Moss took to Instagram to announce he had defeated cancer and would be back on TV soon. Well, the Hall of Famer kept his word and has returned to the NFL countdown. Before the show, some of his friends and colleagues shared some messages welcoming the Vikings legends back.

Among the many who shared a message for him was Patriots legend and Moss’ former teammate Tom Brady. Brady said, “Welcome back, Randy. Sure, all the guys at the show have missed you, but we’ve all missed you as well. You’ve been a fixture on that show for a long time and you were a fixture on the field. And for as great as you were on the field and showing everybody the strength and resilience of how you performed over the course of your Hall of Fame career, you’ve impressed and inspired us more than anything in what you’ve done off the field.” 

Brady had earlier shown his support to Moss as well. In December he shared a heartfelt message with the former Pats WR, telling him how he was praying for his health. Brady wasn’t the only one though who welcomed Moss back. The legendary Bill Belichick also had a message for him. He said, “Hey Randy, want you to know we’re behind you as you continue your fight. Welcome back to TV and Countdown.”

There has been a swarm of support for Randy Moss online. The former Pats WR has been a constant presence in the NFL countdown shows and fans are excited that he will be a part of it this time as well. Moss got emotional after all the love and support he received from his fans and friends. The Hall of Famer had tears in his eyes when he said, “It’s been hard, but I got a lot of love and a lot of people believing in me.” Well, it was amazing to see the legend back where he belongs and the countdown show will definitely be even better with him there.

Randy Moss made an appearance at the 2025 NFL Honors

Moss had recently made an appearance at the 2025 NFL Honors. Moss attended the show through a live stream and was present there to give the Comeback Player of the Year award to Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow. The Countdown host has himself been a recipient of the same award. He won it with the Patriots back in 2007. While announcing the award, he said, “There’s no better story in the National Football League than the one about a player who does big things, overcomes adversity, and faces obstacles — but ultimately finds their way back to the mountaintop.”

Well, who better than Moss to give this award? The Hall of Famer fought a cancerous mass that was found in his bile duct, between his pancreas and liver. He had surgery to put a stent in his liver and underwent a six-hour procedure to remove the cancer. After all this, the champion player did not give up and made a comeback. Amazing!!

The 47-year-old’s return to NFL Countdown symbolizes triumph, resilience, and inspiration. His fight against cancer and unwavering resolve to conquer it reflects his strength, both on and off the field. The overwhelming support from friends, colleagues, and fans showcases his significance to the football community. As he reclaims his place on television, his presence will surely enhance the show’s appeal. Welcome back, Randy Moss—the game and the world are improved with you here!