Randy Moss Moved to Tears by Heartwarming Welcome as He Returns to ESPN After Cancer Diagnosis [Video]

Randy Moss’ return to ESPN was filled with emotion following his months-long cancer battle.

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The NFL legend made a heartfelt comeback just in time for the NFL’s biggest day of the year, joining the “NFL Countdown” crew after a challenging health ordeal. Moss was welcomed back with a surprise video tribute from several of football’s greatest figures, including his former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick.

“Hey Randy, wanted to know we’re behind you as you continue your fight. Welcome back to TV and Countdown,” Belichick said in the clip.

Tom Brady, Moss’ former teammate, shared his excitement for the return, stating, “Welcome back Randy. I’m sure all the guys on the set have missed you, but we’ve all missed you as well. You were a fixture on that show for a long time and you were a fixture on the field.” Brady added, “And for as great as you were on the field in 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 you’ve done off the field, man.”

Other players in the tribute included Kevin Garnett, Jerry Rice, Justin Jefferson, Steve Smith Sr., Malik Nabers, Cam Heyward, and Micah Parsons. Overcome with emotion, Moss responded, “Y’all already know it’s the big crybaby here. I couldn’t do it alone. I really thank y’all.” He concluded, “It’s been hard, but I got a lot of love and a lot of people believing in me. I’m happy to be here.”