NFL legend Randy Moss to take extended leave from ESPN role amid health issue

NFL legend Randy Moss is set to take some time away from his punditry work on ESPN, the network announced on Friday, due to an unknown health issue.

In a statement on X, ESPN said the former wide receiver would step away from his role on “Sunday NFL Countdown” for an “extended time” in order “to focus on a personal health challenge.”

“For nearly a decade, Randy has been an invaluable member of the team, consistently elevating ‘Countdown’ with his insight and passion,” the network said in its statement.

“He has ESPN’s full support, and we look forward to welcoming him back when he is ready.”

On Sunday, Moss had posted two videos on Instagram to explain why he wore tinted sunglasses during television appearances in recent weeks.

He then addressed the issue at the top of ESPN’s coverage of “Sunday NFL Countdown.”

“I just wanted to share something with you all,” the 47-year-old said.

“I put a post up maybe a few minutes ago on Instagram just telling people – you were talking about my eyes last week – and I just want to let the viewers know that me and my wife, me and my family, we are battling something internally.

“I have some great doctors around me. I couldn’t miss the show, I wanted to be here with you guys.”

The analyst appeared to be in high spirits as he joked with colleagues on the show, saying he felt “great.”

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown, right, carries the ball as Cleveland Browns linebacker Jordan Hicks defends during the Bengals' 24-6 victory in Cincinnati on Sunday, December 22.

New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas, left, catches a pass in front of Buffalo Bills cornerback Christian Benford in Orchard Park, New York, on December 22. The Bills won 24-21.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson catches a touchdown pass against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tre Brown during the Vikings' 27-24 win in Seattle on December 22.

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Isaiah Rodgers wears Grinch-themed cleats while warming up ahead of his team's game against the Washington Commanders in Landover, Maryland, on December 22. The Commanders beat the Eagles 36-33.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase carries the ball while being face masked by Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. in Cincinnati on December 22.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy carries the ball during a game against the Houston Texans in Kansas City, Missouri, on December 21. The Chiefs won 27-19.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud reacts after wide receiver Tank Dell was injured while making a touchdown catch during the game against the Chiefs on December 21. After the game, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said Dell sustained a “significant” knee injury, adding that he would be staying in Kansas City overnight for further evaluations.

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Dean Lowry loses his helmet as he takes down Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley in Philadelphia on Sunday, December 15. The Eagles won 27-13

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook runs with the ball while being chased by Detroit Lions safety Jamal Adams in the third quarter of the Bills' 48-42 win at Ford Field in Detroit on December 15.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans carries the ball for a touchdown during his team's 40-17 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on December 15.

Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. catches a punt during the Broncos' 31-13 victory over the Dallas Cowboys at home in Denver on December 15.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen scores a touchdown during his team's 44-42 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Sunday, December 8. Allen became the first NFL quarterback to score three passing touchdowns and three rushing touchdowns in a single game.

Pittsburgh Steelers fans cheer during their team's 27-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Pittsburgh on December 8.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins talk after their game in Minneapolis on December 8. Cousins joined the Falcons in the offseason after six seasons with the Vikings; Sunday was his first time playing in Minneapolis since his departure. The Falcons lost 42-21.

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane bobbles the ball during the Dolphins 32-26 win against the New York Jets in Miami Gardens, Florida, on December 8.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Aidan O'Connell is sacked by Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David in Tampa on December 8.

Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs celebrates after a touchdown catch against the Green Bay Packers in Detroit on Thursday, December 5. The Lions clinched a spot in the playoffs with their 34-31 win.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and head coach Sean McDermott make snow angels while being interviewed after the Bills defeated the San Francisco 49ers at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York, on Sunday, December 1. Crews and volunteers assisted with removing snow from the field earlier in the day, however, the snow kept falling throughout the game.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is hit by Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair during their game on December 1 in Jacksonville, Florida. Lawrence was ruled out with a concussion after taking the late hit. Al-Shaair was ejected from the game along with Jaguars cornerback Jarrian Jones for an ensuing fight.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Shaquill Griffin celebrates with safety Camryn Bynum after intercepting a pass during their team's 23-22 victory over the Arizona Cardinals in Minneapolis on December 1.

Tennessee Titans tight end Chig Okonkwo attempts to catch a pass in the end zone as Washington Commanders safety Jeremy Chinn defends in Landover, Maryland, on December 1. The Commanders won 42-19.

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers reacts during his team's 26-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on December 1.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes recovers his fumble during a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, on Friday, November 29. The Chiefs won 19-17 and became the first team to clinch a playoff spot this season.

From left, Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery, quarterback Jared Goff, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, linebacker Al-Quadin Muhammad and running back Jahmyr Gibbs celebrate with turkey after the Lions defeated the Chicago Bears 23-20 in a Thanksgiving Day game in Detroit.

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Carl Lawson sacks New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock in Arlington, Texas, on November 28.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley carries the ball during the Eagles' 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Sunday, November 24. Barkley rushed for an Eagles franchise-record 255 yards on just 26 carries. 255 rushing yards in a game is also the ninth-most ever recorded in a single game by one player.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams wipes sweat from his face on the sideline during his team's 30-27 loss to the Minnesota Vikings in Chicago on November 24.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson leaps over San Francisco 49ers cornerback Renardo Green at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on November 24. The Packers won 38-10.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Noah Gray catches a pass in front of Carolina Panthers safety Xavier Woods in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 24. The Chiefs won 30-27.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Bo Richter celebrates after recovering a fumble on a Vikings punt in Chicago on November 24.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Rakim Jarrett makes a catch during his team's 30-7 victory over the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on November 24.

Cleveland Browns defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo and safety Rodney McLeod Jr. make snow angels after beating the Pittsburgh Steelers 24-19 in Cleveland on Thursday, November 21.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen slips past Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Nazeeh Johnson to score on a 26-yard run near the end of the game in Orchard Park, New York, on Sunday, November 17. The Bills beat the Chiefs 30-21, ending Kansas City’s 15-game win streak. Allen finished with 262 yards, one touchdown and one interception while adding 57 yards and a score on the ground.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens catches a pass in front of Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Stephens during his team's 18-16 victory in Pittsburgh on November 17.

New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill rushes for a fourth quarter touchdown against the Cleveland Browns in New Orleans on November 17. Hill scored three touchdowns during the Saints' 35-15 win.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow walks off the field after his team lost to the Los Angeles Chargers 34-27 in Inglewood, California, on November 17. The Bengals are 4-7 this season with the loss.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley scores during his team's 26-18 victory over the Washington Commanders in Philadelphia on Thursday, November 14.

Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Leo Chenal (54) blocks a 35-yard field goal attempt from Denver Broncos kicker Wil Lutz in the last play of the game in Kansas City, Missouri, on Sunday, November 10. The Chiefs won 16-14 and remain undefeated this season.

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift carries the ball past New England Patriots cornerback Marco Wilson and linebacker Anfernee Jennings at Soldier Field in Chicago on November 10. The Bears lost 19-3.

A New York Jets fan watches the second half of the Jets' 31-6 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Arizona, on November 10.

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams celebrates with teammates after recovering a Dallas Cowboys fumble in Arlington, Texas, on November 10. The Eagles won 34-6.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins celebrates after a touchdown during the Falcons' 20-17 loss to the New Orleans Saints in New Orleans on November 10.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase hauls in a fourth quarter touchdown, his third of the night, in the team's 35-34 loss to the AFC North rival Baltimore Ravens on Thursday, November 7.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins celebrates a touchdown with a dance from the hit movie "Remember the Titans", during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Kansas City, Missouri, on Monday, November 4. The Chiefs survived a rain storm and an injury scare to quarterback Patrick Mahomes to defeat the Buccaneers 30-24 in overtime and improve to 8-0 on the season.

Dallas Cowboys safety Donovan Wilson, linebacker Eric Kendricks, Atlanta Falcons guard Ryan Neuzil and running back Bijan Robinson dive for a loose ball in Atlanta on Sunday, November 3. The Falcons defeated the Cowboys 27-21.

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones celebrates a touchdown in the fourth quarter of the Giants' 27-22 loss to the Washington Commanders in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on November 3.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs is tackled by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy Jr., left, and safety Camryn Bynum during the Vikings' 21-13 victory in Minneapolis on November 3.

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels fakes a hand off to running back Austin Ekeler during the game against the New York Giants on November 3.

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley hurdles Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jarrian Jones in the second quarter of the Eagles' 28-23 victory in Philadelphia on November 3.

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Zay Flowers celebrates a touchdown in Baltimore on November 3.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, left, and wide receiver Tim Patrick celebrate after St. Brown caught a touchdown pass during a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on November 3. The Lions won 24-14.

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson catches a pass for a touchdown as Houston Texans cornerback Kamari Lassiter defends at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Thursday, October 31. The Jets ended their five-game losing streak with the 21-13 win.

New York Giants running back Devin Singletary stiff arms Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. during the Steelers' 26-18 win in Pittsburgh on Monday, October 28.

Washington Commanders wide receiver Noah Brown catches a Hail Mary pass that was tipped with no time left to beat the Chicago Bears 18-15 at Commanders Field in Landover, Maryland, on Sunday, October 27.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix scores a rushing touchdown in Denver on October 27. The Broncos beat the Carolina Panthers 28-14.

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown, left, and his identical twin brother, Philadelphia Eagles safety Sydney Brown, exchange jerseys after the game between their teams in Cincinnati on October 27. The Eagles won 37-17.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa attempts a pass in the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on October 27. The Dolphins lost 28-27.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold reacts after being sacked for a safety in his own endzone by Los Angeles Rams linebacker Byron Young in Inglewood, California, on Thursday, October 24. TV replays showed Young had grabbed Darnold’s face mask. After the game, lead official Tra Blake said the incident went unpenalized because none of his officiating crew had a clear look at it. The Rams won 30-20.

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert stiff arms Arizona Cardinals linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. during the Chargers' 17-15 loss in Glendale, Arizona, on Monday, October 21.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Chris Conley and Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie vie for the ball on Sunday, October 20, in Santa Clara, California.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce is tackled by Miami Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks on October 20 in Indianapolis. The Colts won 16-10.

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers on October 20 in Landover, Maryland. The Commanders won 40-7.

Green Bay Packers kicker Brandon McManus celebrates with fans after kicking the game-winning field goal against the Houston Texans in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on October 20. The Packers won 24-22.

Denver Broncos cornerback Riley Moss breaks up a pass to Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey in the second half of the Broncos' 23-16 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers in Denver on Sunday, October 13.

Detroit Lions safety Brian Branch, center, celebrates an interception with his teammates during a game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, on October 13. The Lions trounced the Cowboys 47-9.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs dives for a touchdown in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on October 13. The Packers beat the Arizona Cardinals 34-13.

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II stands for the national anthem on October 13.

Philadelphia Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson stops Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku in Philadelphia on October 13. The Eagles won 20-16.

Carolina Panthers linebacker Claudin Cherelus pressures Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins in Charlotte, North Carolina, on October 13. The Panthers lost 38-20.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams walks down the tunnel after his team beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 35-16 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on October 13. Williams completed 23 of his 29 pass attempts and throwing for 226 yards and four touchdowns.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel makes a catch during his team's 36-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle on Thursday, October 10. Samuel became the first wide receiver in NFL history with 20 touchdown receptions and 20 touchdown runs after scoring on a 76-yard touchdown catch.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Isaac Yiadom and safety Ji'Ayir Brown break up a touchdown pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf in Seattle on October 10.

New Orleans Saints linebacker Willie Gay Jr. signs autographs for a young Kansas City Chiefs fan before the start of the game between the teams in Kansas City, Missouri, on Monday, October 7. Gay played for the Chiefs for four seasons before signing with the Saints during the offseason. The Chiefs beat the Saints 26-13.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence eats a cupcake to celebrate his birthday after his team beat the Indianapolis Colts 37-34 at home in Jacksonville, Florida, on October 6. It was the Jaguars' first win of the season.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman scores on a 49-yard touchdown reception during the Bills' 23-20 loss to the Houston Texans in Houston on October 6.

Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum celebrates after a play during a game against the New York Jets in London on Sunday, October 6. The Vikings extended their win streak with a 23-17 victory.

Green Bay Packers punter Daniel Whelan grabs a high snap during a game against the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, California, on October 6. The Packers won 24-19.

Indianapolis Colts running back Trey Sermon runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Jacksonville, Florida, on October 6.

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers walks off the field after his team's loss to the Minnesota Vikings in London on October 6. Rodgers was intercepted three times.

Houston Texans kicker Ka'imi Fairbairn celebrates with teammates after kicking a 59-yard field goal on the last play of his team's victory over the Buffalo Bills in Houston on October 6.

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir runs for a touchdown after a blocked field goal during a game against the Arizona Cardinals in Santa Clara, California, on October 6. The Cardinals came back to narrowly upset the 49ers 24-23.

Denver Broncos cornerback Riley Moss celebrates after an interception in Denver on October 6. The Broncos beat the Las Vegas Raiders 34-18.

Denver Broncos cornerback Tremon Smith celebrates as a field goal attempt by New York Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein misses in the fourth quarter in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on September 29. The Broncos won 10-9.

Carolina Panthers tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders fights off the tackle attempt by Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Germaine Pratt in Charlotte, North Carolina, on September 29. The Bengals beat the Panthers 34-24.

Houston Texans safety Eric Murray celebrates after sacking Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence during the Texans' 24-20 victory in Houston on September 29.

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle catches a touchdown pass in the end zone in Santa Clara, California, on September 29. The 49ers beat the New England Patriots 30-13.

New York Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton bobbles the ball as he runs against Dallas Cowboys linebacker Eric Kendricks during the Giants' 20-15 loss to the Cowboys in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Thursday, September 26.

Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills celebrates an interception during the second quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Orchard Park, New York, on Monday, September 23. This was his first career interception and latest milestone since he suffered from a cardiac arrest on the field in early 2023.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III runs with the ball for a touchdown during the Steelers' 20-10 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers in Pittsburgh on Sunday, September 22.

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold throws the ball to tight end Johnny Mundt in Minneapolis on September 22. The Vikings beat the Houston Texans 34-7.

Kadeem Telfort of the Green Bay Packers takes a selfie with a fan after the Packers beat the Tennessee Titans 30-14 on the road in Nashville on September 22.

Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones lands in the end zone for a touchdown in Minneapolis on September 22.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott sits on the field after a play during the team's 28-25 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Arlington, Texas, on September 22.

New York Jets wide receiver Allen Lazard runs past New England Patriots cornerback Alex Austin for a touchdown in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Thursday, September 19. The Jets won 24-3.

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney scores a touchdown during the team's 22-21 win over the Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia on Monday, September 16.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes runs the ball against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Dax Hill during the Chiefs' 26-25 victory in Kansas City, Missouri, on Sunday, September 15. The defending Super Bowl champs moved to 2-0 on the season.

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. catches a pass over Minnesota Vikings safety Camryn Bynum and linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. during a game in Minneapolis on September 15. The Vikings would go on to win the game 24-17.

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara runs the ball during the Saints' 44-19 win over the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, on September 15. Kamara had four touchdowns in the game.

Miami Dolphins players attend to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after he took a hit to the head in the second half of a game against the Buffalo Bills in Miami Gardens, Florida, on Thursday, September 12. Tagovailoa was later ruled out with a concussion.

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and teammates wait in a tunnel before a game against the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara, California, on Monday, September 9. This is the first game back for Rodgers since tearing his Achilles tendon last year after his first game of the season.

Los Angeles Chargers players and Las Vegas Raiders players clash after a play during the second half of their game in Inglewood, California, on Sunday, September 8.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott celebrates after a touchdown during the Cowboys' 33-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Cleveland on September 8. Hours before the game, Prescott agreed to a record four-year, $240 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid player in the NFL.

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. breaks a tackle from Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker K.J. Britt in Tampa, Florida, on September 8. The Buccaneers beat the Commanders 37-20.

Miami Dolphins wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle celebrate a touchdown during a 20-17 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Miami Gardens, Florida, on September 8. Hill was detained for a short time by police after a traffic incident earlier in the day. Miami-Dade Police Department Director Stephanie V. Daniels said Sunday that an investigation has begun into the incident and one of the officers involved is being placed on administrative duties.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields signals during the second half of a game against the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta on September 8. The Steelers defeated the Falcons 18-10.

Tennessee Titans tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo, right, and Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson tumble in the end zone in Chicago on September 8. Okonkwo made the catch for a touchdown, but the Titans ultimately fell 24-17 to the Bears.

Rhamondre Stevenson of the New England Patriots runs the ball against Cincinnati Bengals defenders in Cincinnati on September 8. The Patriots beat the Bengals 16-10.

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel, center, celebrates his interception return for a touchdown during the Vikings' 28-6 victory over the New York Giants in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on September 8.

Miami Dolphins and Jacksonville Jaguars players pray together at the end of the game in Miami Gardens, Florida, on September 8.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir, top, dives for the end zone for a touchdown as Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Justin Jones is unable to make the tackle in Orchard Park, New York, on September 8. The Bills won 34-28.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love walks off the field after taking a hit in the final seconds of a game against the Philadelphia Eagles in São Paulo early Saturday, September 7. The Eagles won 34-29.

Brazilian and American flags are presented on the field at Neo Química Arena – also known as Corinthians Arena – in São Paulo ahead of the game between the Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles on Friday, September 6. It was the first NFL game in South America.

Grammy Award-winning singer Taylor Swift cheers on boyfriend Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs during the game against the Baltimore Ravens in Kansas City, Missouri, on Thursday, September 5.

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely catches a pass with his toe out of bounds as time expires at the end of the game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Missouri, on September 5. The Chiefs won 27-20.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes scrambles during the game against the Baltimore Ravens in Kansas City, Missouri, on September 5.

Fans enter Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, ahead of the game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Baltimore Ravens on September 5.

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The decision comes after concern grew recently, when viewers noticed Moss’ eyes appeared yellow. He had then started to wear sunglasses during television appearances.

Moss has not revealed any details about what he is battling and has not commented publicly since ESPN released its statement on Friday.

The NFL legend played 14 seasons in the league, most notably with the Minnesota Vikings and the New England Patriots.

He is considered one of the greatest wide receivers in the sport’s history, being named a first-team All-Pro four times and leading the NFL in receiving touchdowns on five occasions. Over his stellar career, Moss had 15,292 receiving yards and 156 touchdowns.

On Friday, the Vikings responded to ESPN’s statement with a message on social media that read: “Praying for our guy @RandyMoss.”