jesdpie Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 Last update: November 26, 2004 at 7:00 PM Tice: No limit on plays in Moss' return Associated Press November 27, 2004 MOSS1127 Minnesota receiver Randy Moss may be approaching his All-Pro form a little sooner than expected. Earlier this week, Vikings coach Mike Tice said Moss, who has missed three straight games with a partially torn right hamstring, would be held to 25 plays in Sunday's game against the Jaguars. But Moss' progress in practice this week prompted Tice to retract that statement Friday, saying Moss won't be limited by any artificial play count. ``The only thing that's holding him back is endurance in his legs - and not necessarily (from) the injury,'' Tice said. ``He feels like he has training camp legs now; he hasn't done anything in five weeks. ``He worked extremely hard Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Now, he's going to stretch and get himself feeling as good as he can feel by Sunday.'' Moss participated in a walkthrough Friday, but did not practice. That's his usual Friday routine, even when he's healthy. He remained questionable on the injury report. Trainers carefully monitored Moss' status throughout the week, while offensive coordinator Scott Linehan and receivers coach Charlie Baggett devised a game plan they believe will make Moss a threat on Sunday. ``Scott and Charlie have done a really good job of identifying what kind of plays we want him on the field for,'' Tice said. ``I don't anticipate him being limited by any number of plays.'' Despite not catching a pass since suffering the injury Oct. 17 at New Orleans, Moss still leads the Vikings - and is tied for third in the NFC - with eight touchdown catches. However, he is on pace for career lows in receptions (26 in seven games) and yards (394) i also read that he is going to try and continue to continue his streak of 1000 yds a year. that means he needs 101 yards average per game! PREDICTION - 7/110/1 what are your thoughts guys? he's really antsy to get back in there and make a big contribution! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.J. Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 Curious as to what your draft position was to get the team that is posted in your sig line? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jesdpie Posted November 27, 2004 Author Share Posted November 27, 2004 Curious as to what your draft position was to get the team that is posted in your sig line? 576753[/snapback] 2nd and lots of good trading Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KUBJPO01 Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 I think Moss will be good for a Td in the Red Zone and probably about 65 yds. on 7 recepts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikesVikes Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 Just remember that "The Freak" is not a misnomer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 I predict he was rushed to play and will leave the game early. I think think this injury will last all year because Tice didn't sit Moss earlier in the year. 40 yds and 1 TD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrooklynCrew Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 Yep, he was definitely rushed back the last couple times... but neither time did he practice all week. He has practiced all week with no limitations. It looks like he's back to full strength... I wouldn't be at all surprised by a normal Randy day of 100/1... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 I think it could go either way. He could turn in 120/3 or 50/0. I'm still starting Burleson. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grits and Shins Posted November 27, 2004 Share Posted November 27, 2004 You have chosen to ignore jesdpie. View this post · Squeeze me a little harder jesdpie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
major-tom Posted November 28, 2004 Share Posted November 28, 2004 2nd and lots of good trading 576787[/snapback] ....or plenty of bad trading if you are anyone else in that league Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turf Boy Posted November 28, 2004 Share Posted November 28, 2004 Yep, he was definitely rushed back the last couple times... but neither time did he practice all week. He has practiced all week with no limitations. It looks like he's back to full strength... I wouldn't be at all surprised by a normal Randy day of 100/1... 577019[/snapback] Agree with you. I think he's ready. 80+ yards, 2 TDs Since he's back I think Dante will be eager to get Randy some TDs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skrappy1 Posted November 28, 2004 Share Posted November 28, 2004 Since he's back I think Dante will be eager to get Randy some TDs. 577833[/snapback] I read somewhere during the week that Randy said that even though his consecutive start streak is over, he wants to extend his consecutive 1,000 yard season streak...since he is only at 394 yards right now, and there are only 6 games left, that means I wouldn't be surprised to see the "Randy-ratio" re-implemented. I just hope he is, and can stay, healthy now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turf Boy Posted November 28, 2004 Share Posted November 28, 2004 It'll be interesting to see if he runs any deep routes. It'll be fun to see how they use him & how he responds. Everything from this week points to he's back. Tice screwed the team using him as a "decoy" for those 2 weeks. I think they were very cautious bringing him back this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted November 28, 2004 Share Posted November 28, 2004 It'll be interesting to see if he runs any deep routes. It'll be fun to see how they use him & how he responds. Everything from this week points to he's back. Tice screwed the team using him as a "decoy" for those 2 weeks. I think they were very cautious bringing him back this time. 577866[/snapback] I think he could have been back last week...but they kept him out a week for precautionary measures... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tagliaboohoo Posted November 28, 2004 Share Posted November 28, 2004 I'll have the feeling they aren't being truthful until Moss proves he's fully healthy. Since nothing's on the line here, I'll be different and say one reception for 7 yards and out midway through the 1st Quarter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wizards Posted November 28, 2004 Share Posted November 28, 2004 Who knows...remember we are dealing with Tice and he has been known for his deceptions, much like Haslett....he could be telling the complete truth or he could have Moss out there once again as decoy....I want to see him in warm-ups---can't believe nobody from the media has spied on Moss during practice all week to see him at full speed....I won't even believe the first few plays he is in as he could be well and sort of act tenative only on the next play to blow by his defender and score....the possibilities are endless....to start him is as risky as to not start him...you want to believe the reports, but there is no media substantiation????? If you have a line-up like jesdpie then you can do it and not be too hurt by the decision....if you have another healthy #1 wideout or flex IMO you want if you need the win, but hey the fun in FF is doing the extraordinary things--taking risks is part of it...JMHO.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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