Randy Moss headlines historic bass tourney with top prize of $1.25M

NFL Hall of Famer Randy Moss has gone from catching passes for a career to catching bass, and his lifelong passion took a step further with the announcement of him being named ambassador of an historic bass fishing tournament.

Moss will headline the inaugural “The Champions” tournament featuring the top professionals from the Bassmaster Elite Series and Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour vying for a record purse of $3.25 million and a first-place prize of $1.25 million, the largest in the sport’s history.

The World Bass Enterprises made the announcement Monday about Moss’ involvement, which includes his new YouTube bass fishing series called “Chasing 10 with Randy Moss” being the presenting partner.

“Bass fishing has always been a big part of my life and fuels my competitive fire in retirement,” said Moss, a four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver. “I get the same rush reeling in a bass as I did finding the end zone.

“As I launch ‘Chasing 10’ and spend more time on the water, partnering with WBE was an easy choice. From day one I’ve been impressed with Brian’s leadership and vision, and I can’t wait for The Champions tournament this fall in Nashville.”

NFL great Randy Moss will soon debut his new YouTube bass fishing series called Chasing 10.

Brian Bird is the WBE founder and CEO, and his historic bass tournament will be Oct. 28-Nov. 1 on Old Hickory Lake in Sanders Ferry Park in Henderson, Tenn. It will feature the top 50 anglers from the top two pro bass tours.

The Champions is a five-day event with three days of competition. Fireworks, a flyover, interactive games, fishing activities and multiple musical acts will highlight the family friendly event.