Vikings WR Rondale Moore dies at the age of 25
A source has confirmed that Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore has died at the age of 25.
The New Albany Police Department in Indiana confirmed they are conducting an investigation after Moore was found dead in a suspected suicide.
Moore was a standout wide receiver at Purdue University, where during his freshman year in 2018, he had 114 catches, 1,258 yards and 14 total touchdowns. He won multiple awards, including the Paul Hornung Award, Paul Warfield Trophy, Big Ten Receiver of the Year, Big Ten Freshman of the Year and was included on the First-Team All-Big Ten team.
His last two seasons with the Boilermakers were riddled with injuries, as he only played seven more total games.
Louisville Head Coach Jeff Brohm, who coached Moore at Purdue, released the following statement on X:
“Rondale Moore was a complete joy to coach. The ultimate competitor that wouldn’t back down from any challenge. Rondale had a work ethic unmatched by anyone. A great teammate that would come through in any situation. We all loved Rondale, we loved his smile and competitive edge that always wanted to please everyone he came in contact with.
“We offer all of our thoughts and prayers to Rondale and his family, we love him very much.”
Moore was drafted in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Arizona Cardinals, where he spent three years and totaled 135 catches, 1,201 receiving yards and four total touchdowns.
In 2024, Moore was traded to the Atlanta Falcons, but was placed on season-ending injured reserve following a knee injury in training camp.
Moore signed with the Vikings in 2025; however, he once again suffered a season-ending knee injury during a preseason game.
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The Vikings released the following statement:
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Rondale Moore. While we are working to understand the facts, we have spoken with Rondale’s family to offer our condolences and the full support of the Minnesota Vikings. We have also been in communication with our players, coaches, and staff, and will make counseling and emotional support resources available to anyone in need. Our thoughts are with Rondale’s family and friends during this devastating time.”
Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell also released the following statement:
“I am devastated by the news of Rondale’s death. While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply. He was a humble, soft-spoken, and respectful young man who was proud of his Indiana roots. As a player, he was disciplined, dedicated and resilient despite facing adversity multiple times as injuries sidelined him throughout his career. We are all heartbroken by the fact he won’t continue to live out his NFL dream and we won’t all have a chance to watch him flourish. My prayers are with Rondale’s family, friends, teammates and coaches as we all deal with this tragic news.”
Here is a list of suicide prevention and mental health resources:
If you believe someone is at risk of suicide, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services suggests you:
Ask questions about whether the individual is having suicidal thoughts.Call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255).Seek help from a medical or mental health professional. If it is an emergency situation, take the person to a hospital.Remove any objects from a person’s home that could be potentially used in a suicide.Do not leave the person alone, if possible, until help is available.
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