Capping off the 2010 season, Moss had a career high 93 receptions for 1,115 yards and 6 touchdowns.
2010 is the 2nd most productive year in Santana Moss` career. His signature season was also his start in Washington. In 2005 Moss accumulated 1,483 yards and 9 touchdowns on 84 receptions.
Santana quickly made a call for himself in only his second game as a Washington Redskin by hauling in two late long bombs shocking rival Dallas 14-13 before a national audience on Monday night. For many, this moment ranks #1 in Redskins history over the preceding decade.
The Redskins went on to cross the Bill Parcells led Dallas Cowboys, and discomfited the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the station season before dropping to Seattle.
Moss has been arguably the Redskins most logical and talented offensive player since he was acquired before the 2005 season via trade with the New York Jets. Despite his little stature in an era of tall impending receivers, Moss has been the Redskins go to #1 receiver since his arrival.
In an era marked by bad trades and still worse drafts, Moss has been a refreshing reminder of pride and dedication. He`s had to take three different offenses during his tenure all the while continually being sensed by opponents as Washington`s best offensive weapon.
This year Moss has been exploited more in a possession type receiving role more so than previous years.
I think it is hard for Moss to have all his success this season while the Redskins finished with just six wins. He did get a few low moments including a key drop that could have potentially set up a go ahead score against Dallas. In the seasons last game against the Giants, Moss had a key fumble deep in Giants territory, hurting their chances for a comeback win.
There is no question that the preceding decade has been a troubled one for the Redskins at best. Throughout however, Santana Moss has persevered through the whip of multiplication and get out on top with dignity and the value of fans, teammates, and opponents alike.
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