It wasn't. In fact, it's never even been unofficially retired. Issued to receiver Aundrae Allison in 2007 and also given to receiver Michael Jenkins and receiver Cordarrelle Patterson, the Vikings rested the number for only two seasons after trading Moss to the Raiders in 2005.
Did the Vikings retire Randy Moss jersey?
Instead, Moss and the Vikings parted ways in 2005. The fact that he only spent seven years in Minnesota is presumably the main reason why the team hasn't retired his number.
Why did Randy Moss leave the Vikings?
I felt like he wanted me there in Minnesota, but after he left, it felt like they did not want Denny's players there in Minnesota anymore, so if I could go back in time and change things, I probably would've left after the 15-1 season. That's just crazy — it's just how football is.
Why didn't the Patriots keep Randy Moss?
While Belichick was not forthcoming about the reasons for the trade -- saying only there was "a combination of factors" that went into the decision -- he did rule out discipline problems and contract issues as factors. Moss is in the final year of his contract and had been vocal about his displeasure with that status.
Why did New England get rid of Randy Moss?
He wanted a long-term contract they weren't willing to give. Moss admitted it publicly and asked for a way out privately. Once it became clear they had a grumpy wide-receiver on their hands--Moss reportedly had an "outburst" in the locker room during halftime of Monday's game-- the Patriots made their move.
21 related questions foundIs Fran Tarkenton jersey retired?
At this time, the Vikings have six players whose jersey numbers are retired. Those six are No. 10 (Fran Tarkenton), No. 53.
How many seasons did Randy Moss play?
Randy Moss was drafted in the first round, 21st player overall, of the 1998 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings. A dynamic wide receiver out of Marshall University where he was twice a consensus All-American (1996-97), Moss played 14 seasons in the NFL.
Will the Bears retired number 54?
All things equal, Urlacher will likely be enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after spending his entire 13-year career with the Bears. Yet, it seems he won't be having a retirement ceremony at Soldier Field for his No. 54. No team has retired more numbers than Chicago, with Ditka's being the 14th.
Will Brady's number be retired?
His #78 jersey number was retired after his career was over. Tom Brady would be the first Patriots player since 2000 to have his #12 jersey retired and is easily the most deserving. Brady likely won't get the same treatment from the Buccaneers, but he has still made a lasting impact in Tampa Bay.
Who is number 23 for the Vikings?
23.
How did Korey Stringer?
Korey Stringer's sudden death at age 27 was not from a heart attack, a broken neck or an undetected genetic malady. The offensive tackle succumbed to complications from exertional heatstroke, an avoidable and easily treated condition that sports medicine largely ignored at the time.
What did the Vikings trade for Randy Moss?
The Patriots have completed a blockbuster trade sending the Pro Bowl wide receiver to the Vikings. The Vikings will send a third-round 2011 draft pick to the Patriots in return for Moss and New England's seventh-round draft pick in 2012, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
At what age did Randy Moss retire?
Randy Moss, 34, to hang up cleats. MANKATO, Minn. -- Randy Moss dominated when he wanted to dominate.
Did Randy Moss retire as a Patriot?
Randy Moss has retired according to his agent. The future Hall of Fame wide receiver, who was drafted by the Minnesota Vikings in 1994, was traded by the New England Patriots in 2010. He had two unsuccessful stays with the Minnesota Vikings and the Tennessee Titans the same season, and he has now decided to retire.
