Moss’s Influence Continues In His Absence

AP Image Two of the biggest reasons for bringing back Santana Moss in this year’s offense, was to have a sure-fired playmaker at receiver, and to help mentor the plethora of young receivers on the roster. Through the first six weeks of the season, Moss has been able to do that, in his own soft-spoken way. “I’m not a guy that goes out of my way and talk to them about something,” he said.  ”If I see something, I’ll give them advice. If they come to me, I’ll give them advice. You know, I’m one of those guys that I try to let everybody have their space because different players like to handle it different ways.” “I try not to be there and be a pest or be a bug,” he continued. “I’m going to help them, but I don’t really try to be in their ear all of the time.” Whatever he’s done so far, has worked.  Niles Paul, a fifth round pick in April’s draft, has already developed into a solid contributor in the passing and blocking g...