The Minnesota Vikings left no doubt Monday, Dec. 16, that the team is ready to compete for a championship, beating the Chicago Bears 30-12. In the process, the team paid tribute to one of its all-time great players, Randy Moss, who recently shared that he is battling cancer.
It began with former wide receivers Cris Carter and Jake Reed, who took a Moss jersey to midfield for the coin flip to honor their ex-teammate.
Justin Jefferson, the Vikings’ current star receiver, had crystal clear message for the hall of fame icon after his first touchdown.
That one is for you, @RandyMoss 💜💛#LetsMossCancer pic.twitter.com/uG31Zqkx8G
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) December 17, 2024
Jefferson said it was the least he could do considering all Moss has done for him.
“I definitely wanted to show that love to him, grateful for what he has done for this game and what he as done for me as a kind just watching him, being a fan, always gotta show love to him,” Jefferson said.
The Vikings continued their tribute on X with a post that said “You’re with us tonight, 84” with the hashtag “LetsMossCancer,” a nod to the receivers’ dominance during his playing days. His opponents were often referred to as “getting mossed” when beaten on a play.
You're with us tonight, 84 💜#LetsMossCancer pic.twitter.com/ZVjoFqxLUp
— Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) December 17, 2024
And Moss later responded on X, writing “Luv U All” and the same hashtag.
LUV U ALL!#letsmosscancer https://t.co/925w4LJhNN
— Randy Moss (@RandyMoss) December 17, 2024
On Friday, Dec. 13, Moss announced on Instagram that he is recovering from a 6-hour surgery to remove the cancer. Moss stepped away from his job as a football analyst on ESPN to continue his treatment.
The Vikings forced a tie for first place in the NFC North with their seventh consecutive victory. The team clinched a spot in the playoffs when Seattle lost to Green Bay. The Vikings also caught a big break when Buffalo snapped division-rival Detroit’s 11-game winning streak on Sunday, Dec. 15.
