Flu Knocks Moss Out of 2nd Workout

Jun/12/08 07:51 PM Filed in: Santana Moss
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His face flushed, wide receiver Santana Moss walked away from Redskins Park in street clothes shortly after practice yesterday.

Moss missed his second workout in seven organized team activity sessions, and this time it was obvious he was battling a case of the flu. Moss skipped the June 2 workout after a weekend of partying to celebrate his 29th birthday and later in the week blamed his absence on a conveniently timed illness.

However, as he moved toward the lobby exit yesterday, it was clear he was actually sick.

"I've got a little flu," Moss said. "It started [Tuesday] morning and continued today."

Coach Jim Zorn said Moss was expected to check with trainers yesterday afternoon to determine his status for the final workout today. Moss had 61 receptions last season, totaling 808 yards and three touchdowns.

"Santana is sick. . . . I don't think it was the partying type, but I really do think he is sick," Zorn said.

"It was really hot [Monday and Tuesday], so maybe it could have been a little bit of heat exhaustion. He was throwing up this morning. He's going to come in this afternoon and check in with the trainers and see if he feels any better."

(washingtonpost.com)