The football community has rallied around NFL legend Randy Moss after the former wide receiver announced he had been diagnosed with cancer during an Instagram live stream on Friday.

Moss said he spent six days in the hospital and underwent surgery. The former Minnesota Vikings and New England Patriots wide receiver said doctors found cancer in his bile duct, “right between the pancreas and the liver.”

“I survived cancer,” Moss said. “Some difficult times, but we made it through.”

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Former NFL player Randy Moss poses for a photo with his wife Lydia Griffith at the New England Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony for Tom Brady at Gillette Stadium. (Eric Canha-USA Today Sports)

Moss’ former teammates and teams released statements on social media in support of the former wide receiver.

“Mental strength in human form. We are all with you 81. Love you guys,” former Patriots teammate Julian Edelman posted.

NFL LEGEND RANDY MOSS ANNOUNCES CANCER DIAGNOSIS

Randy Moss broadcasts the ESPN Monday Night Football Countdown, which takes place before a game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Las Vegas Raiders at SoFi Stadium. (Kirby Lee-USA Today Sports)

“I love you, Randy. Dominating opponents is what you’ve always done, and you’re sure to do it again! You did it!” Rob Gronkowski posted.

Moss stepped down from his role as an analyst on ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” on Dec. 6.

“As soon as I’m healthy and able to go out with guys again, I’ll be on set… Hopefully I can be with you soon,” Moss said.

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January 17, 2022; Inglewood, California: Randy Moss during the ESPN Monday Night Countdown before an NFC Wild Card Playoff football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)

“My goal is to be on television again with my team.”

The Pro Football Hall of Famer played 14 seasons in the NFL and is the second-leading player of all time with 9,316 receiving yards.

The six-time Pro Bowler and four-time All-Pro turns 48 in February.

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