According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, New England Patriots wide receiver Randy Moss was traded to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a third-round draft pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. The Patriots also sent a 2012 seventh-round draft pick to the Vikings.

Rumors of a New England-Minnesota deal emerged late Tuesday night, with speculation arising that a new contract for Moss once he reached the Vikings was the remaining factor. On Wednesday morning, the rumors proved to be true.

Moss, who the Patriots acquired from the Raiders in April 2007 for a fourth-round pick, had seen his status among coaches and fans diminish in recent seasons.

After setting the NFL single season touchdown record with 23 receiving touchdowns in his first season with the Patriots, Moss spent the waning months of his time in New England speaking out about his contract situation as rumors swirled about his effort on the field.

The move came as a sudden shock to many fans, who still considered Moss a vital part of the Patriot offense. New England fans will not have to wait long to see the seven-time Pro Bowler play at Gillete Stadium again, as the Patriots face the Vikings at home on Oct. 31.