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Randy Moss said to be winning over new 49ers teammates

Former Vikings star Randy Moss is apparently fitting in quite well with his new team in San Francisco. The 35-year-old receiver -- who has a history of sometimes disrupting the flow as a malcontent -- has "been a cool, down to earth guy," according to 49ers defensive end Justin Smith. Moss is back after a year retirement from the NFL in 2011.
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Former Vikings star Randy Moss is apparently fitting in quite well with his new team in San Francisco. The 35-year-old receiver -- who has a history of sometimes disrupting the flow as a malcontent -- has "been a cool, down to earth guy," according to 49ers defensive end Justin Smith. Moss is back after a year retirement from the NFL in 2011.

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