Arizona Cardinals<\/a>. Moore spent the 2025 season with the Vikings, but missed the entire season after sustaining a season-ending knee injury during the 2025 preseason opener.<\/p>\nNFL world reacts to Rondale Moore’s death<\/p>\n
Kansas City Chiefs receiver Hollywood Brown, who played with Moore in 2022-23 in Arizona, said he messaged Moore “a few hours ago,” in a post on Saturday.<\/p>\n
“We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Rondale Moore,” the Vikings said in a statement. “While we are working to understand the facts, we have spoken with Rondale\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n
“Our thoughts are with Rondale\u2019s family and friends during this devastating time.”<\/p>\n
The Vikings also released a statement from head coach Kevin O’Connell:<\/p>\n
“I am devastated by the news of Rondale\u2019s death. While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, Rondale 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.<\/p>\n
“We are all heartbroken by the fact he won\u2019t continue to live out his NFL dream and we won\u2019t all have a chance to watch him flourish. My prayers are with Rondale\u2019s family, friends, teammates and coaches as we all deal with this tragic news.”<\/p>\n
The NFLPA also issued a statement:<\/p>\n
Contributing: Tyler Dragon<\/p>\n
This story has been updated with new information.<\/p>\n
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