Moss Reflects On His Future

Randy Moss turned 33 last week. Yesterday, he told reporters that he did not expect the Pats to extend his contract when it expires after the 2010 season. He understands the team's philosophy and has no hard feelings. It's a business decision, he said. He feels that he has played well enough for an extension, but knows it won't be here.

I'm a big Randy Moss fan and was thrilled when he came here from the Raiders in 2007 for a 4th round draft choice. He signed a one year contract and was rewarded with a three year extension after the undefeated season when he set a regular season record with 23 TD receptions. At the time, he thought it would probably be his last contract.

At this time next year, he will be 34. It's very risky to give long term contracts to players long in tooth. Moss took a physical beating last season, but had a great year. The list of productive 34 year old receivers is short.

There will be a lot of discussion about this topic before it's resolved. I don't expect him to be here after next season unless both sides can come to a mutual agreement.