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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 11:  Randy Moss #84 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on against the New York Jets at New Meadowlands Stadium on October 11, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Jets won 29-20.  (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 11: Randy Moss #84 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on against the New York Jets at New Meadowlands Stadium on October 11, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Jets won 29-20. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)Jim McIsaac/Getty Images

Randy Moss: 10 Teams That Should Stay Away

Patrick ClarkeNov 2, 2010

Randy Moss was waived by the Minnesota Vikings just weeks after he was traded from the New England Patriots.

Moss managed to keep quiet over the past few seasons, winning with the Patriots and playing with a Hall of Fame quarterback in Tom Brady. But another Hall of Famer, Brett Favre, couldn't keep Moss happy, and now he's gone.

So taking into consideration Moss' knack for taking plays off and causing a stir in the locker room, here are 10 teams that should stay as far away from the troubled wide receiver as possible.

Green Bay Packers

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31:  Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers throws a pass against the New York Jets on October 31, 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.The Packers defeated the Jets 9-0.  (Photo by Jim McIsa
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers throws a pass against the New York Jets on October 31, 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.The Packers defeated the Jets 9-0. (Photo by Jim McIsa

The Packers have already beaten Moss once this season, and not to mention their wide receiving core is one of the best in the league.

Though some of their offensive weapons are missing (Jermichael Finley & Ryan Grant), Moss would surely make waves in Green Bay, the wrong ones.

Dallas Cowboys

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 31:  Quarterback Jon Kitna #3 of the Dallas Cowboys stands in the huddle with his head down against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Cowboys Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Arlington, Texas.  (Photo by Chris Chambers/Getty Images)
ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 31: Quarterback Jon Kitna #3 of the Dallas Cowboys stands in the huddle with his head down against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Cowboys Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Chris Chambers/Getty Images)

The only thing worse than Moss' attitude right now would be his attitude playing with a 1-6 team.

The Cowboys have a promising future at wide receiver with players like Miles Austin and Dez Bryant. Moss wouldn't be a great fit in Dallas, remember T.O.?

Indianapolis Colts

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INDIANAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 01:  Peyton Manning #18 of Indianapolis Colts throws a pass during the NFL game against the Houston Texans  at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 1, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana.  (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 01: Peyton Manning #18 of Indianapolis Colts throws a pass during the NFL game against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 1, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

This one might make more sense than any other. Peyton Manning has proved time and time again that it doesn't matter who is running the routes in Indianapolis.

The Colts are another team with a young receiving core and a quiet locker room. Moss would surely be an odd fit for Jim Caldwell and company.

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Cincinnati Bengals

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ATLANTA - OCTOBER 24:  Terrell Owens #81 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates his touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons with Chad Ochocinco #85 at Georgia Dome on October 24, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia.  (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA - OCTOBER 24: Terrell Owens #81 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates his touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons with Chad Ochocinco #85 at Georgia Dome on October 24, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The Bengals already have two no. 1 receivers and another would turn Cincinnati into a circus. T.O. and Chad Ochocinco have been quiet so far but add in Randy Moss and a 2-5 record and things are sure to explode.

The Bengals might want to hide until Moss signs with someone else, this could get ugly.

New Orleans Saints

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NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 31: Marques Colston #12 of the New Orleans Saints hauls in a pass during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Louisiana Superdome on October 31, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Matthew Sharpe/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 31: Marques Colston #12 of the New Orleans Saints hauls in a pass during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Louisiana Superdome on October 31, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Matthew Sharpe/Getty Images)

Drew Brees is arguably the league's most accurate passer and Moss doesn't fit into that. Moss has made a name for himself by running fly routes and catching jump balls.

The receivers that call New Orleans home, like Lance Moore, Marques Colston, Jeremy Shockey, and David Thomas, are a perfect fit for the Saints quick strike offense built on accurate throws from Brees. No Moss, no problems.

Baltimore Ravens

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BALTIMORE, MD - OCTOBER 24:  Todd Heap #86 of the Baltimore Ravens scores a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens defeated the Bills 37-34. (Photo by Larry French/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - OCTOBER 24: Todd Heap #86 of the Baltimore Ravens scores a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium on October 24, 2010 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens defeated the Bills 37-34. (Photo by Larry French/Getty Images)

The Ravens made a huge splash in the off-season pool this summer when they traded for Anquan Boldin. Throw in veteran Derrick Mason, and the always dependable Todd Heap, and you have a proven team-first receiving core.

Ray Lewis might be a little too much for Moss now that I think about it.

Pittsburgh Steelers

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NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 31:  Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers waits before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Louisiana Superdome on October 31, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana.  The Saints won 20-10 over the Steelers.  (Photo by Karl
NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 31: Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers waits before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Louisiana Superdome on October 31, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints won 20-10 over the Steelers. (Photo by Karl

The Steelers aren't exactly stacked at wide receiver, but they don't need to be. They win with defense, running the ball, and the occasional spectacular play from Ben Roethlisberger.

Though it would be pretty funny to see the defense's faces after Ben runs around for fifteen seconds and throws it up to Moss in the end zone.

Still, not a good move for Pittsburgh.

New York Jets

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31:  Mark Sanchez #6 of the New York Jets throws a pass against the Green Bay Packers on October 31, 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Packers defeated the Jets 9-0.  (Photo by Jim McIsaa
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31: Mark Sanchez #6 of the New York Jets throws a pass against the Green Bay Packers on October 31, 2010 at the New Meadowlands Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Packers defeated the Jets 9-0. (Photo by Jim McIsaa

The only reason this would be a bad move for the Jets is because it would inspire the coaching staff to let Mark Sanchez throw more than he already has this season.

The Jets are determined to show the world that Mark Sanchez was the right pick two years ago and it cost them on Sunday. Though it would be interesting to see Moss return to New England as a Jet, it better not happen, for the Jets' sake at least.

Washington Redskins

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DETROIT - OCTOBER 31: Donovan McNabb #5 of the Washigton Redkins warms up prior to the start of the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 31, 2010 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)
DETROIT - OCTOBER 31: Donovan McNabb #5 of the Washigton Redkins warms up prior to the start of the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on October 31, 2010 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

The Redskins could certainly use Moss' talents right now. Unfortunately, catching passes from Rex Grossman probably isn't his number one desire.

The Redskins are the league's worst 4-4 team and have struggled already this season with locker room riffs involving Albert Haynesworth and now Donovan McNabb's fourth quarter benching last week in Detroit.

Plus they already have a receiver named Moss.

New England Patriots

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FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 31:  Tom Brady #12 of New England Patriots reacts after a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings at Gillette Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)
FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 31: Tom Brady #12 of New England Patriots reacts after a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings at Gillette Stadium on October 31, 2010 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

If this one doesn't make sense I'm not sure I can help you. New England traded Moss after a win over the Dolphins earlier this season and since then haven't lost a game.

They signed Deion Branch and Tom Brady has looked in sync with his targets for much of the season.

And no other team has shown they can win without superstars like the Patriots.

Teams That Should Look Into Moss

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LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31:  Quarterback Kyle Orton #8 of Denver Broncos and Chris Kuper #73 of Denver Broncos leave the feel dejected in defeat after the NFL International Series match between Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers at Wembley Stadium o
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 31: Quarterback Kyle Orton #8 of Denver Broncos and Chris Kuper #73 of Denver Broncos leave the feel dejected in defeat after the NFL International Series match between Denver Broncos and San Francisco 49ers at Wembley Stadium o

Just like there are teams that should avoid Moss at all costs, there are those that could use his services at the season's halfway point.

Here are 10 teams that should pursue Moss, in no specific order.

1) Denver Broncos

2) Buffalo Bills

3) Miami Dolphins

4) Chicago Bears

5) New York Giants

6) Kansas City Chiefs

7) San Diego Chargers

8) Tampa Bay Buccaneers

9) St. Louis Rams

10) Jacksonville Jaguars

Patrick Clarke is a student at Towson University and a writing intern for Bleacher Report.

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