Randy Moss: 10 Potential Destinations for the Free Agent Receiver

The 2010 season was not very kind for Randy Moss.

It rarely is for a guy that played for three teams over the course of 16 games.

From the Patriots to the Vikings to the Titans, Moss was a headache at every stop. ESPN had a new Moss story seemingly every day.

It was really unnecessary, considering Moss had 393 receiving yards and five touchdowns—his worst season as a pro.

Now, the 33-year old Moss is looking for a new team, and there are plenty of teams willing to take a flyer on the guy formerly known as “The Freak”.

Here’s a look a 10 possible destinations for Moss in 2011.

10. Cincinnati Bengals

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GRAPEVINE, TX - FEBRUARY 03: NFL player Chad Ochocinco attends the EA SPORTS Madden Bowl XVII at The Glass Cactus on February 3, 2011 in Grapevine, Texas. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Madden Bowl XVII)

Imagine a unit of receivers that included Moss, Terrell Owens and Chad Ochocinco. Carson Palmer just called his real estate agent to check on the progress of his house in Cincinnati that’s up for sale.

It’s highly unlikely that Ochocinco and Owens will both be back, and the Bengals have been missing a tall, downfield threat since the tragic death of Chris Henry.

Moss could line up opposite Jordan Shipley and spread out the defense for whoever is under center for the Bengals in 2011.

9. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - JANUARY 02: Mike Williams #19 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers catches a touchdown pass over Jabari Greer #33 of the New Orleans Saints at the Louisiana Superdome on January 2, 2011 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Buccaneers defeated the Sa

The Bucs have a bright future and could use a veteran presence to go along with all of the young guys.

Mike Williams is Randy Moss 2.0. He had 18 catches for over 20 yards and averaged 15 yards a catch.

The learning experience would be invaluable for the 23-year old Williams. Assuming he would be willingly to play the mentor role, Moss could really help out Tampa Bay.

8. San Diego Chargers

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DENVER - JANUARY 02: Quarterback Philip Rivers #17 of the San Diego Chargers looks to deliver a pass against the Denver Broncos at INVESCO Field at Mile High on January 2, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. The Chargers defeated the Broncos 33-28. (Photo by Doug

Vincent Jackson has played his last game in San Diego and Phillip Rivers needs a new go-to receiver alongside Antonio Gates.

Rivers throws one of the best deep balls in the NFL, and having Moss would allow him to prove it.

Moss is going to prefer a contender and the Chargers may have missed the postseason last year, but expect the 'Bolts to be right back in the mix next season.

7. Chicago Bears

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CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 23: Quarterback Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears looks on while taking on the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship Game at Soldier Field on January 23, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Another team that is in desperate need of a play maker, the Bears would love to watch Moss catch a hail mary TD pass against his former team and division rival Minnesota Vikings.

The Bears lack a tall receiver that can win a jump ball in the end zone. Jay Cutler's second leading receiver was Earl Bennett, who had 561 yards and three TDs.

Moss knows the divison, and could help contribute to a team that was one game away from the Super Bowl last season.

6. Buffalo Bills

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ORCHARD PARK, NY - JANUARY 03: Ryan Fitzpatrick #14 of the Buffalo Bills readies to throw a pass to teammate Lee Evans #83 against the Indianapolis Colts at Ralph Wilson Stadium on January 3, 2010 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty I

The Bills are always looking to make a move to stay relevant (T.O. in ’09), and signing Moss follows that trend.

Lee Evans never turned into the consistent playmaker that most people expected. Steve Johnson had a sensational rookie season, catching 82 passes for 1,073 yards and 10 TDs, but he made some crucial drops in critical points in games.

Adding Moss will spread out the field and QB Ryan Fitzpatrick isn’t afraid to air it out.

5. Washington Redskins

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LANDOVER, MD - DECEMBER 12: Santana Moss #89 of the Washington Redskins runs the ball after a catch during the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at FedExField on December 12, 2010 in Landover, Maryland. The Buccaneers defeated the Redskins 17-16. (P

This one is a no-brainer.

The ‘Skins are losing Santana Moss and his ability to stretch the field. Owner Dan Snyder is delusional and may be watching 2007 tapes of Randy Moss on repeat.

Getting one aging Moss while losing another sounds about right for this struggling franchise.

4. Jacksonville Jaguars

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HOUSTON - JANUARY 02: Wide receiver Mike Thomas #80 of the Jacksonville Jaguars scores in the second quarter against the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium on January 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

The Jags finished 27th in passing yards with 191 a game. Moss could be a major factor for a team that is on the cusp of being a contender.

Mike Sims-Walker had a disappointing 2010 after a breakout 2009 campaign. His 562 yards receiving were a steep decline from his '09 output.

Bringing in Moss would let Sims-Walker run more routes in the middle of the field and allow him to break tackles and use his blazing fast speed.

3. St. Louis Rams

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - DECEMBER 12: Danny Amendola #16 of the St. Louis Rams is tackled by Roman Harper #41 of the New Orleans Saints at the Louisiana Superdome on December 12, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the Rams 31-13. (Photo by Chr

This team is in desperate need of a playmaking receiver in offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels's new system.

When your top two receivers are Danny Amendola and Brandon Gibson…you have a problem.

Moss fills a huge need for the Rams.

2. Pittsburgh Steelers

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The biggest weakness of the Steelers was on full display in the Super Bowl.

Mike Wallace needs help at the wide receiver position.

Hines Ward is getting old and Emmanuel Sanders and Antonio Brown showed flashes of their talents, but were far too inconsistent.

An organization like the Steelers is strong enough to take on Moss and his strange personality. The veteran leadership would keep Moss in line and allow him to focus on winning his first Super Bowl.

1. Seattle Seahawks

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CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 16: Head coach Pete Carroll of the Seattle Seahawks looks on during pregame warmups before the Seahawks take on the Chicago Bears in the 2011 NFC divisional playoff game at Soldier Field on January 16, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. (P

Mike Williams has resurrected his career under Pete Carroll and the Seahawks, so why can't Moss?

Putting the tandem on the field together would really open up the running game and give Matt Hasselbeck more options.

When Ben Obomanu, a guy that had 30 catches, is your second best receiving threat...something has to be done.

Who wouldn't want to see the colorful interactions between Carroll and Moss?