Now, there was no contract extension signed with this trade, but I did see something about a possible 3-year, $27 million deal. But with Brett Favre likely done after this season, I don't see him signing that...unless he just really needs the money. Which, for all we know, might be the case.
Even though I hate the Pats and Vikes, this trade was pretty fair for both sides. The Pats get rid of Moss while he still has value, and for 1 higher round pick that they initially got him for in 2007. And with this trade, the Pats now have double picks in each of the first 4 rounds of the 2011 draft (Oakland's 1st-round pick, Carolina's 2nd-round pick, Minnesota's 3rd-round pick, and Denver's 4th-round pick). Oh, and of course, the Vikings get Randy fuckin' Moss!
Vikings fans don't have to worry much about Randy getting familiar with their offense, because I'm sure Brett is just gonna tell him to "go deep" like he's playing in the backyard--and you know Randy can go get it.
Unfortunately for Randy, the Vikes' bye week was last week, and the Pats bye is this week, so he's gonna end up playing 17 regular season games this year. Since the NFL is so gung-ho about going to this 18 game season, I'm sure they have their fingers crossed for his continued health. If he tears an ACL or something, that'll put a big ass doo doo mark right down the middle of their case. Maybe the NFL will tell officials to protect him against any contact like they do for quarterbacks??
Lastly, in case you were wondering, as a Cowboys fan, no I am NOT looking forward to seeing Randy Moss in 2 weeks. We all know his history in Dallas.
(Side note: I hope he brings back the #84 jersey. It's currently vacant of Minnesota's roster. Either way, I think it's time for this Vikings fan to remove the black tape.)
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