The Facts:
The chances seem good that Moss will re-sign with the Patriots for 2008, and probably beyond that, and perhaps even finish his NFL tenure with the franchise that this season helped resurrect his slumping career. In fact, Moss said as much Tuesday. "I would love to finish my career [in New England], just for the fact of they have everything you want in a football organization," Moss said. "They handle things from the top, all the way to the bottom, and they do a good job of that."
Reported by ESPN.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
That said, short of designating him as a franchise player, the Pats cannot preclude Moss from testing the unrestricted free agent market on Feb. 29, if he so desires. According to ESPN insider Len Pasquarelli, a technicality in the collective bargaining agreement prohibits the Patriots from adjusting Moss' contract before the start of free agency. So unless New England uses the franchise tag to limit Moss' mobility, a move that can be made Feb. 7-21, he will be available as an unrestricted free agent and able to solicit offers from other teams. ... Given Moss' obvious desire to remain with the team, it seems unlikely this will be an issue.
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